Nabokov, Vladimir
Letters to Vera - Penguin Modern Classics
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141192246
- author:
- Nabokov, Vladimir
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 864
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 4.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography & True Stories, Literary biographies, Literary autobiographies,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Vladimir Nabokov's letters to his beloved Véra form a poignant and enduring narrative arc that spans forty-six years. Written with characteristic playfulness, romance, and wit, these letters offer a unique glimpse into the life of one of literature's most celebrated writers.
Through their correspondence, we see Vladimir observe the world around him with genuine fascination - from animals to landscapes, faces to speech. His love for Véra is evident in every line, revealing a man who cherished the beauty in everyday life and found joy in the simplest pleasures.
This collection of letters provides a fascinating insight into the personal life of one of 20th-century literature's most iconic figures, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the writer behind the words.
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