Confusion by Stefan Zweig

Confusion

Stefan Zweig with Anthea Bell (Translator), George Prochnik (Contributor)

153 pages • first pub 1927 (editions)

fiction classics lgbtqia+ emotional mysterious slow-paced

Description

Roland, a young student at a new university, meets an inspirational teacher who sweeps him into his world of literature and learning. When the boy moves into the same building as the teacher and his wife, he becomes ever closer to this remarkable ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 143 reviews

Moods

emotional 89%
reflective 82%
sad 39%
tense 39%
mysterious 35%
dark 17%
challenging 10%
hopeful 7%
adventurous 3%
informative 3%
inspiring 3%

Pace

medium 51%
slow 33%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 96% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 21%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 65% | Yes: 17% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 4%

Average rating

4.06

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