Identity and Universality in the Work of Panait Istrati
Identity and Universality in the Work of Panait Istrati

Summary/Abstract: The present article highlights the interpretation of Panait Istrati’s (1884–1935) literary work from a double perspective: its identity and its universality. Pointing out the fact that the writer’s life and work represent a special case, where the hazard intervened decisively, the following aspects defining Panait Istrati’s work and destiny shall be presented and discussed in connection with the concepts of identity and universality: Panait Istrati’s literary status (considered to be a French writer, but only a Romanian storyteller), the opportunity he had of making his literary debut in a language and a culture of great circulation, the Romanian themes and motifs, his style and, last but not least, the cultural impact which brings him back into actuality and proves him as a visionary writer, whose great achievements are better known in the European cultural space than in his native country.

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