Reviews with content warning for Confinement - Însemnări din subterană

Notes from the Underground is a dark and depressing book, but it is also a powerful and profound one. It is a masterpiece of existential literature, as it explores the themes of alienation, freedom, responsibility, and meaning. It also provides a remarkable portrayal of a complex and conflicted character, who represents the human condition in its most extreme and tragic form.

The book is not easy to read as it is quite confronting, but it is also hard to forget. I found it really relatable, as I could identify with some of the Underground Man’s thoughts and feelings. I think that anyone who has ever felt lonely, misunderstood, or unhappy can relate to this book. It is a book that challenges us to confront ourselves, to question our assumptions, and to seek our own truth. It is a book that I highly recommend to anyone who is interested in philosophy, psychology, or literature.

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challenging dark reflective slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I found it difficult to understand without extra reading. After analysing it for my essay, I began to understand it more and therefore appreciate it more. I think I would benefit from reading it again after acquiring more knowledge on related areas of thought. The last few pages were where I really gained clarity on the message. It was intricately written and it was interesting to see how the character had developed into a self-loathing man by reading about his experiences. The underlying themes like poverty and politics were prevelant but not so much that the novella felt like non-fiction.

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