Open city

A Novel

Contemporary Literature Literary Fiction

Pages: 259
Published: 2011
Language: English

In the bustling streets of Manhattan, a young Nigerian doctor named Julius finds solace in aimless walks. These journeys offer a vital escape from his demanding residency, allowing him to reflect on his relationships, a recent breakup, and the complexities of his past and present.

Prose complexity: 7/10

Melancholic Reflective Thought-Provoking Intellectual

Coming of Age

Contemporary Literature Literary Fiction

Authors

Teju Cole

Teju Cole is a writer and photographer whose work often explores themes of identity, place, and art. He is the author of "Open City," a novel that follows a Nigerian-German doctor wandering New York City. Cole's writing frequently blends fiction, essay, and visual art.

Xavier Pàmies Giménez

Xavier Pàmies Giménez is the author of Tots aquells cavalls. He writes stories that explore the human experience.