From a tender age of five, Ada Cartianu's imagination took flight, inspired by her grandfather, Eftimie Cartianu, who lovingly introduced her to the enchanting realms of poetry and literature.
Even as a young child, Ada was drawn to life's profound questions, pondering the mysteries of God and the complexities of human existence. By the age of twelve, a deep intellectual curiosity blossomed, leading her to explore the foundational works of philosophical giants such as Aristotle, Socrates, Plato, Kant, Nietzsche, Hegel, and Rousseau. Simultaneously, she immersed herself in the rich tapestry of Romanian philosophical thought, engaging with the ideas of Petre Tutea, Emil Cioran, Mircea Eliade, and Constantin Noica.
After years of introspective questioning and dedicated study, Ada's own unique perspectives began to coalesce. At the remarkable age of eighteen, her debut book, "Behind the true...you are alive," was completed and subsequently published by the Publishing House of Academic Foundation Danubius. Continuing her exploration of the human psyche, at the age of twenty-two, Ada penned "The sadness of a happy man." Published in October 2006, this work delves into the intricate interplay of joy and sorrow within, a powerful revelation of human emotions, passions, and fears, offering readers a profound inspiration for life. At twenty-three, Ada's intellectual and spiritual inquiries led to the creation of "The innocence of the sin." Published in 2004 with a first edition and a second edition in January 2007, this book fearlessly confronts established religious norms, the concepts of death and eternity, and the spectrum of human weakness and virtue. In it, Ada articulates her own compelling ideas about Divinity, Life, and the Universe.
During her mid-twenties, between the ages of twenty-three and twenty-five, Ada's creative talents expanded into the world of theatre. Encouraged by esteemed actors Andrei Duban, George Ivascu, Lamia Beligan, Vlad Ivanov, and producer Alice Barb from the National Theatre of Bucharest, alongside actor Dan Bordeianu from Nottara Theatre, and actor, film director, and author Emanuel Parvu, Ada embraced the challenge of writing theatre scripts. This period saw the creation of compelling works such as "Morgana," "Eros and Thanatos," "The Woman Behind the Cross," "Under the Shade of a Bug," "Rehab for Lovers," and "Nothing to Say." In the summer of 2004, at the age of twenty-five, Ada released "Dust in My Eyes." Published in a smaller edition due to its more personal nature, this book offers an insightful and at times absurd exploration of love, betrayal, friendship, madness, and the pursuit of freedom. Later, in 2008, Ada published "The Emperor Penguin." This imaginative work transports readers to an absurd and mystical world where free-spirited individuals find their only true liberation by embracing a passionate existence dedicated to beauty, art, ideas, and the natural world.
In recent years, Ada Cartianu has continued to share her profound insights with a wider audience, publishing several influential books across the genres of Psychology, Philosophy, and Political Current Affairs. These thought-provoking works are now available at Barnes & Noble and through various retailers worldwide, further establishing her as a compelling voice in contemporary thought.
