Calvino, Italo
Last Comes the Raven
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784878214
- author:
- Calvino, Italo
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 3.5 x 12.9 x 12.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Last Comes the Raven, a collection of early short stories by Italo Calvino, presents a vivid and intense portrayal of war-torn Italy. With its sumptuous and unnerving tales, this expanded collection reveals the hidden meaning beneath everyday life and the ludicrousness of conflict.
Translated with care, these stories showcase Calvino's unique ability to find the extraordinary in the ordinary, inviting readers to explore the complexities of human experience. From the beauty of the Italian countryside to the darker aspects of war, Last Comes the Raven offers a thought-provoking and deeply unsettling reading experience.
Featuring several new translations by Ann Goldstein, this collection is an important addition to Calvino's legacy, providing insight into the man behind the magician. a worthwhile read for those interested in literary fiction and the human condition.
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