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Centuria: One Hundred Ouroboric Novels
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Italo Calvino Once Remarked That In Giorgio Manganelli, Italian Literature Has A Writer Who Resembles No One Else, Unmistakable In Each Of His Phrases, An Inventor Who Is Irresistible And Inexhaustible In His Games With Language And Ideas. Nowhere Is This More True Than In This Decameron Of Fictions, Each Composed On A Single Folio Sheet Of Typing Paper. Yet, What Are They? Miniature Psychodramas, Prose Poems, Tall Tales, Sudden Illuminations, Malevolent Sophistries, Fabliaux, Paranoiac Excursions, Existential Oxymorons, Or Wondrous, Baleful Absurdities? Always Provocative, Insolent, Sinister, And Quite Often Funny, These 100 Comic Novels Are Populated By Decidedly Ordinary Lovers, Martyrs, Killers, Thieves, Maniacs, Emperors, Bandits, Sleepers, Architects, Hunters, Prisoners, Writers, Hallucinations, Ghosts, Spheres, Dragons, Doppelgngers, Knights, Fairies, Angels, Animal Incarnations, And Dreamstuff. Each Novel Construes Itself Into A Kind Of Mbius Strip! , In Which, As One Critic Has Noted, Time Turns In A Circle And Bites Its Tail Like The Ouroborous. In Any Event, Centuria Provides 100 Uncategorizable Reasons To Experience And Celebrate An Immeasurably Wonderful Writer. Brilliantly Translated From The Italian By Henry Martin. (Three Stories Appeared In The March 2005 Issue Of Harpers Magazine, And Twelve Stories In The Spring 2005 Zukofsky Issue Of Chicago Review.)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Centuria: One Hundred Ouroboric Novels' about? A: 'Centuria' is a collection of 100 short comic novels by Giorgio Manganelli, characterized by their unique structure and provocative themes. Each story is a miniature psychodrama or prose poem that explores various ideas, often with humor and absurdity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Centuria' is Giorgio Manganelli, an acclaimed Italian writer known for his inventive use of language and ideas.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Centuria: One Hundred Ouroboric Novels' is available in a hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does 'Centuria' contain? A: The book contains 216 pages, offering a substantial number of stories for readers to enjoy.
- Q: When was 'Centuria' published? A: 'Centuria: One Hundred Ouroboric Novels' was published on February 15, 2005.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all readers? A: While 'Centuria' offers rich literary content, its themes may appeal more to readers who appreciate experimental and avant-garde literature.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Centuria' is listed as a used book in good condition, which typically means it may show some signs of wear but is still fully readable.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features of 'Centuria' include its unique narrative style, 100 diverse stories, and the work of a notable Italian author, all translated by Henry Martin.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews of 'Centuria'? A: Yes, 'Centuria' has been recognized for its inventive storytelling and has been mentioned in various literary reviews, highlighting its unique approach to narrative.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Centuria'? A: 'Centuria' explores themes of absurdity, existentialism, and the complexities of human experience, often using humor and surrealism.