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In the Margins

On the Pleasures of Reading and Writing
By Elena Ferrante
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In the Margins by Elena Ferrante is a captivating exploration of the creative process and the mysterious allure of writing. Through a series of insightful essays, Ferrante delves into her own experiences and challenges as a writer, offering profound reflections on identity, language, and the transformative power of literature. This book invites readers to ponder how narratives shape our understanding of the world and ourselves.
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If you appreciate a deep dive into the craft of writing and love exploring the intricate relationship between life and literature, you might enjoy this book. It offers profound reflections and insights from an acclaimed author, providing a unique lens on creativity and art.

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In the Margins

Reflections on reading and writing from the author of My Brilliant Friend.

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'Elena Ferrante has established herself as the foremost writer in Italy - and the world.' - The Sunday Times

A delightful collection of essays exploring reading and writing from the internationally acclaimed author of My Brilliant Friend and The Lying Life of Adults.

Ferrante's writing has been described as compulsive (The Times) and astonishing (Guardian), her novels have sold millions and been translated into many languages as well as adapted for TV internationally. In the Margins contains her latest reflections on literature, and the works and authors that have influenced her throughout her career.

'Incandescent.' - The New York Times

'This book is a true treasure and could provide an important guide for other marginalized writers looking for their own voices.' - New York Journal of Books

'In these wise and vigorous pieces examining Ferrante's lifetime spent reading and writing - and what it has meant to do these things as a woman... There are gems aplenty here.' - Booklist

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In the Margins by Elena Ferrante is praised for its insightful exploration into the author's writing craft and literary influences. The collection of essays offers a captivating look at Ferrante's creative process and insights into her favourite literature, making it an essential read for aspiring writers and literature enthusiasts. Critically acclaimed for its strong prose and thoughtful examination of language and femininity, it's highly recommended for Ferrante's fans and those curious about the art of writing.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787704251

Publisher: Europa Editions (UK) Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 March 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Europa Editions (UK) Ltd

Contributors:

  • Translated by Ann Goldstein
  • Translated by Ann Goldstein

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 128g

Pages: 112

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Elena Ferrante Non-Fiction

About the Author

Elena Ferrante is the author of The Days of Abandonment (Europa, 2005), Troubling Love (Europa, 2006), The Lost Daughter (Europa, 2008) and the four volumes of the Neapolitan Quartet (My Brilliant Friend, The Story of a New Name, Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay, and The Story of the Lost Child), published by Europa Editions between 2012 and 2015. She is also the author of a children's picture book illustrated by Mara Cerri, The Beach at Night, and a work of non-fiction, Frantumaglia: A Writer's Journey. Incidental Inventions, her collected Guardian columns, was published in 2019.

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