Out of Mind

The book ‘Out of Mind’ is written by J. Bernlef. ‘Out of Mind’ is a novel. In the story, the character, Maarten Klein, is an elderly man afflicted by Alzheimer’s disease. The story, said by Maarten himself, depicts his dramatic decline and increasing forgetfulness. The novel analyzes the strength of the bond between Maarten and his wife, which helps them face his deterioration.