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TransAtlantyk Text by Witold Gombrowicz Translated by Carolyn French and Nina Karsov Witold Gombrowicz (19041969), novelist, essayist, and playwright, is considered by many to be the most important Polish writer of the twentieth century. Author of four novels, several plays, and a highly acclaimed Diary, he was a candidate for the Nobel Prize in literature in 1968. TransAtlantyk is a semiautobiographical, satirical novel that throws into heightened perspective all of Gombrowicz's major literary, philosophical, psychological, and social concerns. First published in Paris in 1953, it is based on the author's experience of being caught in Argentina at the outbreak of World War II. The narrator finds himself alone, without family and friends, at odds with the Argentinian literary world and with Polish migr society. Throughout the book, Gombrowicz ridicules the selfcentered pomposity of the Polish community in Argentina. More than this, he explores with prophetic vision the modern predicament of exile and displacement in a disintegrating world. 'Gombrowicz's languageabetted by this ingenious translationsubverts language and ideas to a cosmic meltdown, as if in a funhouse mirror. Gombrowicz manages to befuddle, amuse, insult and astonish with this tale of exile, uprootedness and identity.' ~ Susan Miron, Boston Globe Witold Gombrowicz has received high praise from his contemporariesranging from Milan Kundera, who called him 'one of the great novelists of our century,' to John Updike, who asserted he was 'one of the profoundest of the late moderns.' His other novels, Ferdydurke, Pornografia, and Cosmos, his plays, and the threevolume Diary have together been translated into over thirty languages. Publishing Yale University Press, New Haven & London, 1995 SoftCover book measuring 5.5' x 8.25' x 0.25' 122 pages English Language Version
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Trans-Atlantyk'? A: 'Trans-Atlantyk' explores themes of exile, identity, and the displacement experienced by individuals caught between cultures. It reflects Witold Gombrowicz's experiences in Argentina during World War II and critiques the Polish émigré community.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Trans-Atlantyk'? A: The author of 'Trans-Atlantyk' is Witold Gombrowicz, a prominent Polish writer known for his novels, essays, and plays, and is considered one of the most significant writers of the twentieth century.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition of 'Trans-Atlantyk'? A: This edition of 'Trans-Atlantyk' was published on August 30, 1995, by Yale University Press.
- Q: What is the format and size of the book? A: 'Trans-Atlantyk' is a paperback book, measuring 5.5 inches by 8.25 inches and is 0.25 inches thick.
- Q: How many pages does 'Trans-Atlantyk' contain? A: 'Trans-Atlantyk' contains 122 pages.
- Q: Is 'Trans-Atlantyk' available in English? A: Yes, this edition of 'Trans-Atlantyk' is translated into English, making it accessible to a wider audience.
- Q: What literary style does 'Trans-Atlantyk' embody? A: 'Trans-Atlantyk' is a semi-autobiographical and satirical novel that combines literary, philosophical, and psychological elements, reflecting Gombrowicz's unique narrative style.
- Q: What other works has Witold Gombrowicz written? A: Witold Gombrowicz is also known for other novels such as 'Ferdydurke', 'Pornografia', and 'Cosmos', along with his plays and a three-volume Diary.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in 'Mint' condition, indicating that it is new or as good as new.
- Q: What makes 'Trans-Atlantyk' a significant literary work? A: 'Trans-Atlantyk' is significant for its critical perspective on exile and identity, as well as for Gombrowicz's innovative use of language and narrative techniques, which have earned him acclaim from notable literary figures.