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Go to My LibraryA Gyertyák Csonkig égnek
- Language
- Hungarian
- Published in
- Pages
- 174
- ISBN
- 9789634792451
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Original edition details
Other editions (28)
Other editions

Die Glut.
2000 • Piper
German

Die Glut
Piper
German

Die Glut.
1999 • Piper
German

Le braci
1998 • Adelphi
Italian

Les Braises
2000 • ALBIN MICHEL
French

Embers (Random House Large Print)
2003 • Random House Large Print
English

Die Glut Roman
2001 • Piper
German

Embers
2002 • Penguin Audiobooks
English

Zar
2021 • Czytelnik
Polish

El último encuentro
2001 • Salamandra
Spanish

Embers
2002 • Vintage
English

Gloed
2000 • Wereldbibliotheek
Dutch

Embers
2002 • Viking an imprint of Penguin Books / London
English

Żar
2018 • Czytelnik
Polish

Embers Based on the novel by Sándor Márai
2014 • Faber & Faber
English

Embers
1964 • Oak Leaf Press
English

Die Glut
2005 • Piper Verlag GmbH
German

El Ultimo Encuentro
2002 • Editorial Planeta Mexicana
Spanish

Zar
2016 • Czytelnik
Polish

Embers
2003 • Books on Tape
English

Embers
2003 • Penguin Books Ltd
English

Le braci
2008 • Adelphi
Italian

El ultimo encuentro/ Embers
2012 • National Geographic Books
Spanish

Die Glut Roman
2002 • Piper
German

El Último encuentro
2010 • Salamandra
Spanish

A gyertyák csonkig égnek (1942)
2018 • Móra könyvkiadó
Hungarian

As velas ardem até ao fim
2001 • Dom Quixote
Portuguese

Zar
2015 • Czytelnik
Polish
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This book is widely praised for its exquisite and captivating prose, with many reviewers highlighting the beauty of its language and the depth of its philosophical reflections. Readers appreciate the author's ability to craft a profound meditation on enduring themes such as friendship, loyalty, betrayal, love, fate, and the passage of time. The narrative is described as intense, immersive, and capable of stirring deep emotions, drawing readers into a melancholic yet thought-provoking experience. Many found the writing to be rich in detail and imagery, creating a vivid atmosphere that enhances the story's introspective nature, leading some to consider it a masterful work of literary fiction.
However, some readers found the book's structure and pacing to be a significant drawback. A common criticism is that the narrative largely consists of an extended monologue from the protagonist, with other characters having little to no voice, which can make the story feel one-sided or repetitive. For some, the philosophical discussions, while initially engaging, eventually became an "overlong ramble" or "tedious," failing to maintain their impact. The protagonist himself was occasionally perceived as uninteresting, self-pitying, or petulant, making it difficult for some to connect with his prolonged introspection. The slow, deliberate pace and lack of conventional plot twists also disappointed readers who prefer a more action-driven or dynamic narrative.
In conclusion, this book is a deeply introspective and philosophically rich novel, best suited for readers who appreciate literary fiction focused on the complexities of human relationships and profound existential questions. It is not recommended for those seeking a fast-paced plot or extensive dialogue, but rather for those who enjoy a contemplative, character-driven narrative with a lyrical writing style. Readers willing to immerse themselves in a melancholic and haunting exploration of memory, regret, and the enduring embers of past events will likely find it a rewarding and memorable experience.
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