Les Buddenbrook

"Buddenbrooks" is a significant literary work by the renowned author Thomas Mann, published in the French language. The novel, which was released in 2003 in a paperback edition, spans 764 pages and falls under the category of fiction, specifically novels and stories. The narrative revolves around the Buddenbrook family and addresses the decline of a wealthy merchant family in the 19th century. Mann's masterful storytelling and profound character studies provide an impressive insight into the social and economic changes of the time. The tale is not only a captivating read but also a critical examination of the values and norms of bourgeois society. "Buddenbrooks" is an essential work for anyone interested in German literature and the themes of tradition, identity, and change.