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Joseph Roth, Stefan Zweig, and Other Must Read Austrian Writers

As Europe collapsed in the late 1930s Austrian writers were producing compelling and visionary work says George Prochnik. He introduces readers to some of these unjustly overlooked writers—perfect for the dark nights of winter.

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Cafe Hawelka in Vienna, a hot spot for local artists. (Imango / Getty Images)

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