My Marriage
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
288
Novel • Fiction
Germany • Early 20th century
2016
Adult
18+ years
My Marriage by Jakob Wassermann explores the complexities of a person's marital relationship, focusing on the themes of love, individuality, and sacrifice. It delves into the psychological and emotional aspects of marriage, portraying the challenges faced by individuals as they navigate personal desires and societal expectations within the union.
Melancholic
Emotional
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
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My Marriage by Jakob Wassermann presents a deeply introspective narrative on personal relationships. Critics appreciate the novel's psychological depth and intricate character portrayals, which offer a poignant exploration of marital dynamics. However, some find the prose dense and the pacing slow, detracting from the overall engagement. The book remains a thought-provoking read for those interested in complex character studies.
A reader who enjoys My Marriage by Jakob Wassermann likely appreciates intense emotional narratives and explorations of complicated relationships, similar to readers of Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy or Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert. They seek deep psychological insights and the intricacies of marital dynamics.
207 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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288
Novel • Fiction
Germany • Early 20th century
2016
Adult
18+ years
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