Enigma Otiliei
Enigma Otiliei
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Bucharest, Romania • 1900s
2005
Adult
15-18 years
Super Short Summary
Enigma Otiliei by George Călinescu explores the life of an orphaned young man, Felix, who navigates family dynamics, societal expectations, and personal ambitions. He becomes intertwined with the enigmatic Otilia, uncovering complexities within their relationships and the world around them, all set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Romanian culture.
Mysterious
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Enigma Otiliei by George Călinescu is praised for its intricate character development and rich depiction of early 20th-century Romania. Readers appreciate the novel's exploration of love and inheritance themes. However, some critique its lengthy descriptive passages as overly detailed. Overall, it is considered a notable work in Romanian literature for its psychological depth.
Who Should Read Enigma Otiliei?
A reader who enjoys Enigma Otiliei by George Călinescu would likely appreciate intricate family dramas and detailed character studies. Similar in appeal to Dickens's Bleak House and Balzac's Père Goriot, this novel attracts those interested in societal commentary and psychological depth set against a backdrop of early 20th-century Romania.
19,841 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Bucharest, Romania • 1900s
2005
Adult
15-18 years
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