Sabrana djela IV: Prokleta avlija

Sabrana djela IV: Prokleta avlija

Ivo Andrić

"Cursed courtyard" is one of Ivo Andrić's most famous works, originally published in 1954. This short but powerful work presents a deep analysis of human nature and destiny through the story of prisoners in an Ottoman dungeon known as the Cursed Court.

Set in Istanbul, the story explores themes of power, injustice, truth and freedom. The main narrator, Friar Petar, a Franciscan from Bosnia, found himself imprisoned in the Cursed Court, a notorious prison. Through his eyes, we experience the stories of the other prisoners, including the central story of Latif and his obsession with Suleiman the Magnificent.

The cursed courtyard symbolizes a universal prison - a place where destinies meet, where lies, intrigue and cruelty reign. Friar Petar listens with understanding to the stories of other prisoners, revealing their humanity despite the difficult circumstances. Through the story of Mehmed Pasha Sokol Andrić also introduces historical elements, combining fiction and real events.

The cursed courtyard is not only a physical prison, but a metaphor for life's sufferings, limitations and injustices. Each character has its own story, and through them Andrić explores human destinies, longings and mistakes. The work delves deeply into the question of power, freedom and moral decay. Through the stories of the prisoners and Friar Petar, Andrić revives historical Bosnia and the Ottoman Empire.

"Cursed courtyard" is considered one of Andrić's most powerful works, because within a relatively short format he manages to show a complex network of human destinies, moral dilemmas and historical forces. The work leaves a strong impression even today, because of its universal message about human destiny and justice.

Editor
Petar Džadžić, Muharem Pervić
Dimensions
19.5 x 13.5 cm
Pages
121
Publisher
Svjetlost, Sarajevo, 1977.
 
Latin alphabet. Hardcover.
Language: Croatian.

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