esseistika
Esseistika is a term in Estonian literary discourse that designates a genre or mode of prose centered on the essay as a primary form of expression. It describes works that fuse personal reflection with critical insight, cultural observation, and argument, typically presented in non-fiction or hybrid forms.
Characteristics include a distinctive first-person voice, intimate or reflective tone, and an emphasis on interpretive inquiry
In Estonia, esseistika is used by scholars and editors to classify a body of prose that is
Related concepts include the essay form, non-fiction prose, and Estonian literature.