Bruges+La+Morte

= Bruges la Morte =   Bruges-la-Morte is a short novel written by Georges Rodenbach, a Belgian author. The book was published in 1892. Bruges-la-Morte is iconic for its use of symbolism and because it was the first work of fiction with photographs. The photographs are black and white and total 35 in number.   The plot of Bruges-la-Morte follows the story of a man who is overcome with grief once his wife dies. He flees to Bruges, Belgium, where he meets a woman who bears a resemblance to his late wife. He pursues their relationship, only to find out that the woman is much different than his wife, and their relationship ends tragically.  Famously, this book symbolizes the decaying city through the experiences of the main character. It gives the reader insight into the city and the country. The book also uses modernism to convey messages as well. Overall, the novel is categorized as realist symbolism.