Dictionar Enciclopedic Mihai Eminescu

This book looks at Mihai Eminescu’s place in Romanian culture. Mihai Cimpoi compiled it as an encyclopedic dictionary. This means it is a broad work of reference. It is for readers who wish to study Eminescu. It also serves those who seek to study his role in that culture.

Cimpoi sees Eminescu as a major poet. He also places him at the heart of the nation’s spiritual life. Cimpoi rejects blind pride in one’s own place. He also rejects views that dismiss the nation’s culture. The book deals with fierce praise of Eminescu. It deals with attacks on him, too.