Ernesto by Umberto Saba

Ernesto

Umberto Saba with Estelle Gilson (Translator)

160 pages first pub 1975 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ emotional reflective slow-paced
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A coming of age story that is a classic of gay literature, now in English for the first time An NYRB Classics Original Ernesto is a classic of gay literature, a tender and complex tale of sexual awakening by one of Italy's most admired poets. Erne...

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Community Reviews Summary of 104 reviews

Moods

reflective 78%
emotional 64%
lighthearted 28%
adventurous 21%
funny 21%
dark 14%
hopeful 14%
sad 14%
informative 7%
inspiring 7%
relaxing 7%

Pace

medium 62%
fast 18%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 41% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 33% | No: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 41% | No: 8%

Average rating

3.54

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