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Confusion by Stefan Zweig delves into the intellectual and emotional turmoil of a young man who becomes unexpectedly enthralled by a brilliant, yet troubled, professor. The protagonist is drawn into a world of intense admiration and personal introspection, resulting in a profound journey of self-discovery and transformation. The narrative explores themes of academic passion and the delicate complexities of admiration and respect.
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You might enjoy this novel if you're captivated by intricate character studies and psychological insights. It explores the intense relationship between a young student and his charismatic professor, capturing themes of admiration, intellectual awakening, and complex human emotions. Perfect for those who appreciate nuanced storytelling and deep emotional narratives.

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Confusion

A new pocket edition of this tale of intense friendship and suppressed passion from the master of the novella

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Confusion tells the story of Roland, a young student at a new university, who meets an inspirational teacher. This meeting pulls him into a world of literature and learning.

As Roland moves into the same building as the teacher and his wife, he grows ever closer to this remarkable man. However, he begins to sense his mentor pulling away from him, at times even seeming to hate him.

The truth behind these confusing feelings is something that will shape the lives of both men for the rest of their lives.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782274506

Publisher: Pushkin Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 November 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pushkin Press

Contributors:

  • Translated by Anthea Bell
  • Translated by Anthea Bell

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Stefan Zweig was born in 1881 in Vienna, into a wealthy Austrian-Jewish family. He studied in Berlin and Vienna and was first known as a poet and translator, then as a biographer. Between the wars, Zweig was an international bestseller with a string of hugely popular novellas includingLetter from an Unknown Woman,AmokandFear. In 1934, with the rise of Nazism, he left Austria, and lived in London, Bath and New York-a period during which he produced his most celebrated works: his only novel,Beware of Pity,and his memoir,The World of Yesterday.He eventually settled in Brazil, where in 1942 he and his wife were found dead in an apparent double suicide. Much of his work is available from Pushkin Press.

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