Batuman, Elif
The Possessed
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783784516
- author:
- Batuman, Elif
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Granta Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Criticsm, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Possessed explores the connections between literature and life through the author's own experiences and readings of great Russian writers. Elif Batuman delves into the lives of authors such as Pushkin and Platonov, uncovering the stories behind their works and how they continue to influence contemporary culture.
Combining fresh insights with personal anecdotes, Batuman examines the ways in which literature reflects and shapes our understanding of human experience. This thoughtful and engaging book offers a unique perspective on the power of storytelling and its enduring impact on our lives.
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