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The Street of Crocodiles

Bruno Schulz
Pol. Sklepy cynamonowe · 1934
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Main Ideas

Main Ideas

  • Exploration of memory and recollection through the lens of childhood and family relationships.
  • Surreal depiction of everyday life and its transformation into fantastical images.
  • Theme of loss and nostalgia for bygone times and childhood dreams.
  • Exploration of the boundaries between reality and imagination, merging these worlds.
  • Psychological depth of characters and their inner experiences.
  • Influence of Jewish culture and traditions on the formation of identity.
  • Poetic and metaphorical language creating a unique atmosphere in the work.
The Street of Crocodiles
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Date of publication: 1 February 2025
Updated: 2 July 2025
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Author: 
Bruno Schulz
Original title: Pol. Sklepy cynamonowe · 1934
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