The Emperor's Tomb
The Emperor's Tomb
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Vienna, Austria • 1910s
2002
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Emperor's Tomb by Joseph Roth follows a member of the Trotta family as he navigates the socio-political changes in early 20th-century Austria. The narrative captures the impact of World War I on the Austro-Hungarian Empire, highlighting themes of tradition, decline, and nostalgia. The protagonist grapples with personal and collective transformation in a rapidly changing world.
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Emperor's Tomb by Joseph Roth is lauded for its evocative prose and poignant depiction of a crumbling Austro-Hungarian Empire. Readers appreciate Roth's ability to capture the nostalgia and disillusionment of the era. However, some find the plot slow and the protagonist's introspection excessive. The novel's atmosphere and historical context remain its strongest attributes.
Who Should Read The Emperor's Tomb?
Readers who enjoy Joseph Roth's The Emperor's Tomb typically appreciate richly detailed historical fiction, exploring themes of cultural decline and nostalgia. Similar to Stefan Zweig’s works or The Radetzky March, it appeals to those intrigued by the intricacies of early 20th-century European history and the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
3,927 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Vienna, Austria • 1910s
2002
Adult
18+ years
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