Nabokov, Vladimir

Letters to Vera (Vintage International)

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ISBN 13:: 9780307476586
author:: Nabokov, Vladimir
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Vintage
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 864
Dimensions:: 20.32 x 13.18 x 4.22 centimetres
Genre:: Biography, Artists, Architects, Biography
Condition:: New
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Vladimir Nabokov's letters to Véra Slonim offer a unique glimpse into the life of a major twentieth-century writer. The correspondence, spanning a half-century, chronicles a playful and romantic relationship that is also a revealing portrait of Nabokov's fascination with the world around him. Through his letters, Nabokov shares his infectious enthusiasm for observing the world, from animals and landscapes to literature and art. The letters also showcase his creative pursuits, including poetry, playwriting, and translation. This collection is enhanced by photographs, facsimiles of the letters, and illustrations of Nabokov's puzzles and drawings, providing a rich and detailed insight into the life and work of this celebrated author.

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