by Tom Lanoye · Prometheus · tapa blanda · ISBN 9789053336847
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«Zwarte tranen» is the novel by Tom Lanoye, published by Prometheus in paperback (512 pages, in Dutch).
The story delves into the life of a Belgian woman and how her environment is marked by institutional corruption, described by Lanoye as the 'Belgian disease'. The novel combines personal portraiture with a critical look at Belgian society and politics.
Second installment of the Monstertrilogie trilogy, sequel to «Het goddelijke monster»; originally published in 1999. Awards: Gouden Uil publieksprijs and Humo's Gouden Bladwijzer (2000).
For readers of contemporary literary fiction who appreciate social and political critique within the Belgian context.
Tom Lanoye is a Belgian novelist, poet, columnist, screenwriter and playwright. He is one of the most widely read and honoured authors in his language area, and makes regular appearances at all the major European theatre festivals. He was born in Sint-Niklaas.
