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Literary Fiction· Hungary

Embers

by Sándor Márai
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1942Hungarian
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About This Book

Published in 1942, Embers established Sándor Márai as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Embers is a novel about friendship, betrayal, and the passage of time. Set in a decaying castle, it tells the story of two men who reunite after decades apart to confront the secrets and lies that have haunted them. Márai's work is noted for its elegant prose and its exploration of themes such as honor, memory, and the nature of truth. Themes of friendship, betrayal, memory run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorSándor Márai
Published1942
Country of Origin🇭🇺 Hungary
LanguageHungarian
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780375707421
Editorial Score30/100
About the Category

📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇭🇺 Hungary

This book is part of Hungary's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

BBC Big Read
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Embers about?

Embers is a novel about friendship, betrayal, and the passage of time. Set in a decaying castle, it tells the story of two men who reunite after decades apart to confront the secrets and lies that have haunted them. Márai's work is noted for its elegant prose and its exploration of themes such as honor, memory, and the nature of truth.

Who wrote Embers?

Embers was written by Sándor Márai, from Hungary. First published in 1942.

What awards has Embers won?

Embers has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is Embers worth reading?

Embers is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in friendship, betrayal, memory.

Where can I buy Embers?

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What category is Embers?

Embers is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Embers from?

Embers originates from Hungary's literary tradition. Explore more books from Hungary on our country page.

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