- “Het verdriet van België” (The Sorrow of Belgium) by Hugo Claus: This semi-autobiographical novel explores the life of a young boy growing up in Antwerp during World War II.
- “Antwerp” by Roberto Bolaño: Bolaño’s experimental novel is a collection of vignettes and poetic prose, capturing the essence and mystery of the city.
- “Het boek Alfa” (The Alpha Book) by Ivo Michiels: This novel delves into themes of identity, memory, and history, with Antwerp serving as a central setting.
- “Antwerp” by Nicholas Royle: Royle’s novel follows a protagonist who is drawn into a web of intrigue and danger in the city, with various plotlines intersecting in unexpected ways.
- “The Carrying Story” by Peter Verhelst: This magical realist novel tells the tale of a relationship between a girl and a mechanical bull in Antwerp.
- “The Consequences” by Niña Weijers: Set in Antwerp and Amsterdam, this novel navigates themes of art, identity, and the impact of past choices.
- “Antwerp” by Maarten Inghels: In this poetic novel, the author explores the city’s iconic buildings, parks, and streets, reflecting on life, death, and the transient nature of urban existence.
- “The Rise of David Levinsky” by Abraham Cahan: Although not strictly set entirely in Antwerp, this novel includes a significant portion that depicts the Jewish immigrant experience in the city during the late 19th century.
- “City of Angels or The Overcoat of Dr. Freud” by Christophe Van Gerrewey: This novel tells the story of Erik Roscam Abbing, a professor struggling with his personal life while navigating the complexities of urban planning in Antwerp.
- “Hocus Bogus” by Paul Koeck: This satirical novel tackles the themes of absurdity, bureaucracy, and political corruption through the lens of a fictional European capital that resembles Antwerp.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Antwerp
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