Question

Did Umberto Eco like to be identified as a novelist? Give reasons in support of your answer.

Hint:

Understand Umberto Eco’s perspective on balancing his academic and literary pursuits.

Answer 1

No, Umberto Eco did not like to be identified solely as a novelist. He considered himself a scholar and professor who wrote novels in his free time. His academic pursuits and work in semiotics were more central to his identity.