Golla, Robert
Conversations with Vladimir Nabokov (Literary Conversations Series)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781496820242
- author:
- Golla, Robert
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University Press of Mississippi
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 22.86 x 15.24 x 1.47 centimetres
- Genre:
- Biography, Literary, Fiction & Literature
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Conversations with Vladimir Nabokov brings together candid and revealing interviews with one of the twentieth century's most celebrated prose writers. Spanning nineteen years, these twenty-eight interviews offer a unique insight into Nabokov's life and work, covering topics such as literature, education, society, and his own literary influences. The collection provides a detailed portrait of Nabokov's life, from his aristocratic childhood in Russia to his decision to immigrate to the United States in 1940. He also discusses the numerous literary and symbolic allusions in his work, including his use of parody and satire. These interviews are essential for seeking a clearer understanding of an author who was pivotal in shaping contemporary fiction. Through these candid conversations, readers can gain a deeper understanding of Nabokov's writing style, his views on society and literature, and the experiences that shaped his life and work.
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