Twenty-Four Hours in the Life of a Woman

The novella revolves around the sudden disappearance of Madame Henriette, a married woman who leaves her husband and children to run off with a young Frenchman she met just days before.

This event sparks a heated debate among the guests at a hotel on the Riviera, leading to a deeper exploration of the lives and motivations of the characters.

The story is intertwined with the narrative of Mrs. C, an elderly English widow, who shares her own story of a similar impulsive decision from her past.

Zweig's work is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and its astute observation of human emotions, highlighting the complexities of love, loneliness, and passion.