Sebald, W.G.
Campo Santo
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141017860
- author:
- Sebald, W.G.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 1.9 x 19.7 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Other prose: from c 1900 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
W.G. Sebald's Campo Santo is a poignant collection of essays that pay tribute to Corsica and explore the intersection of literature and memory. Written before his untimely death in 2001, these pieces offer a unique insight into Sebald's life and work, weaving together themes of past and present with remarkable sensitivity. Sebald's essays also examine the works of influential writers such as Kafka, Nabokov, and Günter Grass, revealing how literature can provide solace for the injustices of the world. This collection is a fitting memorial to Sebald's life and work, showcasing his remarkable intellect and unique voice. Published in 2006, Campo Santo is a powerful addition to Sebald's oeuvre, offering a profound exploration of time, memory, and the human experience.