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Nadja

Andre Breton
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Nadja

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1928

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Andre Breton

Nadja

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1928
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Paris, France • 1920s

Publication Year

1928

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Nadja by Andre Breton, a surrealist novel published in 1928, recounts a ten-day relationship between the narrator, also named Andre Breton, and a woman named Nadja. The story begins with Andre's philosophical musings on life and his exploration of various artists and events in Paris. It then transitions to his encounters with Nadja, characterized by improbable coincidences and her erratic behavior, leading to her eventual commitment to a sanitarium. The narrative examines themes of reality, identity, and human connection through its non-linear structure and surrealistic elements, culminating in Andre's reflection on their relationship and its impact on him.

Mysterious

Fantastical

Contemplative

Unnerving

Romantic

Reviews & Readership

3.5

11,767 ratings

53%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Nadja by Andre Breton is a surrealist exploration that captivates with its dreamy narrative and innovative style, weaving reality and imagination. While praised for its poetic prose and originality, some readers find its abstract nature challenging and disjointed. The novel’s impact endures, celebrated for pushing literary boundaries despite mixed accessibility.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Nadja?

Readers who appreciate Nadja by Andre Breton are typically fans of Surrealist literature and deeply introspective works. They may enjoy the psychological depth and avant-garde style found in texts like The Waves by Virginia Woolf or Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. This audience values imaginative narratives that challenge conventional reality.

3.5

11,767 ratings

53%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Paris, France • 1920s

Publication Year

1928

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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