Another bold departure for Döblin: an epic in blank verse! Critically acclaimed when first published, but then consigned to the memory-hole, ignored even by most ‘Döblin experts’.
But Manas is a tremendous experience! The blank verse format is perfect for the intriguing and captivating story. The language is vivid and direct, alive with scenes and sounds and changing moods. It’s ripe for adapting as a graphic novel, a radio play, a stage play, a film – a Bollywood film, even!
We shall post substantial excerpts of the full text in translation, along with critical commentary and a download of the adaptation Manas – a Play for Voices.