Melancholija by Meelis Friedenthal
Set in the 17th century, this atmospheric novel follows a young scholar who arrives at a university in a small European town, seeking knowledge and respite from his own troubled past. As he navigates the academic world, he becomes entangled in the town's mysterious and often eerie occurrences, which are steeped in superstition and the remnants of medieval beliefs. The narrative explores themes of isolation, the clash between science and religion, and the haunting presence of melancholy that pervades both the protagonist's life and the community around him, ultimately leading to a profound exploration of the human condition.
- Published
- 2012
- Nationality
- Estonian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- Estonian
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