Georgi Gospodinov
The Story Smuggler (SE - Cahiers)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781909631205
- author:
- Georgi Gospodinov
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Chicago Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 40
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 0.5 x 24.1 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Literary Fiction, , Georgi Gospodinov,The Story Smuggler (SE - Cahiers),University of Chicago Press,1909631205,Literary Criticism,Fiction,Fiction - General,Slavic Literature,20th century, c 1900 to c 1999,Bulgarian,Fiction / Literary,General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Story Smuggler by Georgi Gospodinov is a thought-provoking exploration of the power of stories to transcend borders and boundaries. In this poignant work, renowned Bulgarian novelist Gospodinov delves into his own childhood experiences in Communist Bulgaria, revealing the fantasies and longings that shaped his imagination. Through a unique blend of prose and illustrations by award-winning animator Theodore Ushev, The Story Smuggler offers a nuanced examination of the role of writers, translators, and smugglers in transporting stories across borders. This melancholic tone is both haunting and thought-provoking, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of storytelling and its ability to connect us all. With its distinctive blend of prose and visual art, The Story Smuggler is a compelling read for anyone interested in literature, identity, and the human experience.
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