Obermann

Obermann, written by Étienne Pivert de Senancour and first published in 1804, is an influential epistolary novel that focuses on the inner life of its protagonist rather than physical action. Initially overlooked, it gained recognition in the 1830s by Romantic figures such as Balzac and George Sand. The narrative spans ten years, exploring Obermann's emotional development alongside historical events and philosophical ideas. This 1903 translation by A.E. Waite captures the haunting themes of loneliness and existential angst.