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Embers
Embers
Author: Sandor Marai, Carol Brown Janeway (Translator)
Originally published in 1942 and now rediscovered to international acclaim, this taut and exquisitely structured novel by the Hungarian master Sandor Marai conjures the melancholy glamour of a decaying empire and the disillusioned wisdom of its last heirs. — In a secluded woodland castle an old General prepares to receive a rare visitor, a man wh...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780375707421
ISBN-10: 0375707425
Publication Date: 2002
Pages: 224
Rating:
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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3.5 stars, based on 65 ratings
Publisher: Vintage
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
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reviewed Embers on + 48 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 9
a thought-provoking meditative novel, as two old friends talk together about the woman they both loved; raises questions about old age, about how to live, about the nature of love and friendship
SanJoseCa avatar reviewed Embers on + 328 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 8
An old castle in the Carpathian moutains of Hungary, is the setting of this beautifully written psychological thriller. It is a story about the effects of time on relationships, regrets and betrayals. An excellent choice for book clubs!
reviewed Embers on + 11 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 6
What a wonderful surprise. I'm not sure why I picked this book, having no knowledge of it or it's brilliant author. The story is beautifully simple, the words sometimes so perfect I was taken aback. In the end I felt like I was blessed by a wise old sage. A classic in the true sense of the word. This is why we read!
justreadingabook avatar reviewed Embers on + 1726 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 5
A beautifully written book. It tells a story about friendships,trust,love,family,betrayl and lack of forgiveness. You will love the flow of the book and the descriptions of what is happening. It pulls you in and you can't seem to stop reading due to the wonder of how it will work and you enjoy the beautiful writing style. A must read if not for the story but just for the beauty of the style of writing.
BlueShoes7 avatar reviewed Embers on + 20 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
Marai's novel, Embers, not only tells an eloquent love story about love between friends and love between a man and a woman, but also brings up questions about life. Those moments of betrayal and loss of trust, but how friendship binds you nonetheless. While slow at times, it does not detract from the beauty of the story and the elegant way in which it is told.
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This is one amazing masterpiece. It is highly philosophical and educating writing that is laid in easy to understand flow. I would recommend this book for adults 24 and older. Must read.


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