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This book looks at Paul Goma’s life and writing. It also explores how he spoke out in public. It brings together studies of all his works. They serve as a guide to this writer from Bessarabia. The book studies his writing and tells his life story. It is for scholars who study literature and history. It is also for journalists, students and teachers.

The articles show how readers and critics have judged his work. They span early reviews of his first books and later studies. Critics and writers share their views. So do those who study the history of literature. The book also looks at his defence of human dignity in 1977. It covers his push for democracy in Romania under Ceaușescu. In interviews, Goma and his supporters give their accounts. Photos show parts of his life.

Aliona Grati chose the material and led the work. She also wrote the preface. Four parts explore Goma’s views on life and literature. The first studies his work and what it means. The second brings together reviews and studies of his books. The third gives space to Goma’s own words. The fourth shows his life in images. The book is part of the Personalități notorii series.