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The novel of the decade, if not of the century.'Christophe ClaroFrancis Servain Mirkovic, a Frenchborn Croat who has been working for the French Intelligence Services for fifteen years, is traveling by train from Milan to Rome. He's carrying a briefcase whose contents he's selling to a representative from the Vatican; the briefcase contains a wealth of information about the violent history of the Zonethe lands of the Mediterranean basin, Spain, Algeria, Lebanon, Italy, that have become Mirkovic's specialty.Over the course of a single night, Mirkovic visits the sites of these tragedies in his memory and recalls the damage that his own participation in that violenceas a soldier fighting for Croatia during the Balkan Warshas wreaked in his own life. Mirkovic hopes that this night will be his last in the Zone, that this journey will expiate his sins, and that he can disappear with Sashka, the only woman he hasn't abandoned, forever . . .One of the truly original books of the decadeand written as a single, hypnotic, propulsive, physically irresistible sentenceMathias nard's Zone provides an extraordinary and panoramic view of the turmoil that has long deviled the shores of the Mediterranean.Mathias nard has won numerous prizes for his works, including the the Prix du Livre Inter and the Prix Dcembre for his novel Zone. He is currently a professor of Arabic at the University of Barcelona.Charlotte Mandell has translated works from a number of important French authors, including Proust, Flaubert, Genet, Maupassant, and Blanchot, among others. She received a Literary Translation Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts for her translation of Enard's Zone.Brian Evenson is a translator from French and the author of ten books of fiction, including The Open Curtain, which was a finalist for an Edgar Award and an IHG Award.
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- Q: What is the main theme of the novel 'Zone'? A: 'Zone' explores themes of violence, memory, and redemption as it follows the protagonist's journey through his past actions and regrets related to the Mediterranean's turbulent history.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Zone' and what are his credentials? A: The author of 'Zone' is Mathias Énard, a renowned writer and professor of Arabic at the University of Barcelona, who has received several literary awards for his works.
- Q: Is 'Zone' available in different formats? A: 'Zone' is currently available in paperback format, which is ideal for readers who prefer physical books.
- Q: How many pages does 'Zone' have? A: 'Zone' consists of 517 pages, providing an in-depth reading experience.
- Q: What is the significance of the narrative style in 'Zone'? A: The narrative style of 'Zone' is unique as it is written in a single, continuous sentence, creating a hypnotic and immersive reading experience.
- Q: What age group is 'Zone' suitable for? A: 'Zone' is best suited for adult readers due to its complex themes and mature content.
- Q: When was 'Zone' first published? A: 'Zone' was first published on December 15, 2010.
- Q: What accolades has Mathias Énard received for 'Zone'? A: Mathias Énard has won several prestigious awards for 'Zone', including the Prix du Livre Inter and the Prix Décembre.
- Q: Who translated 'Zone' into English? A: The English translation of 'Zone' was completed by Charlotte Mandell, who has translated works from various prominent French authors.
- Q: What are some key features of 'Zone' that readers appreciate? A: Readers appreciate 'Zone' for its rich and intricate storytelling, profound character exploration, and its commentary on historical and cultural conflicts in the Mediterranean region.