The Story Smuggler
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The Story Smuggler
Some smuggle cigarettes or alcohol, others weapons, but for the International Booker Prize-winning novelist Georgi Gospodinov, the most dangerous contraband is carried by writers, as they move stories across borders
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionGospodinov portrays an evocative and melancholic picture of Bulgaria, capturing the unique cultural and social nuances that define the Bulgarian experience. Through his eyes, the reader encounters the bittersweet reality of growing up in an environment where freedom is constrained, and yet the imagination knows no bounds.
A central theme in The Story Smuggler is the profound connection between reading, writing, and the human spirit. Gospodinov shares the thrills and liberation that come from engaging with the written word, painting a picture of literature as both a refuge and a tool for rebellion. His love for storytelling is palpable, underscoring the book's core message about the essential nature of stories as invisible contraband that can transcend physical and ideological barriers.
This autobiographical work is not just a simple recounting of events, but a deeply moving and playful exploration of memory and existence. Gospodinov's prose is both profound and accessible, rendering complex emotions with a light touch that invites readers to reflect on their own narratives.
As the book progresses, it becomes clear that The Story Smuggler is not only about one man's journey, but also a testament to the enduring power of stories to shape our lives and connect us across time and space. Gospodinov's masterful storytelling offers a compelling argument for why we must cherish and protect our stories, for they are an indispensable part of what makes us human.
TRANSLATED FROM THE BULGARIAN BY KRISTINA KOVACHEVA AND DAN GUNN
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781399623117
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 15 February 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 136.0mm
Height: 204.0mm
Weight: 180g
Pages: 80
About the Author
Georgi Gospodinov was born in Yambol, Bulgaria, in 1968. His works have been translated into twenty-five languages and shortlisted for more than a dozen international prizes. He won the 2016 Jan Michalski Prize for Literature, the 2019 Angelus Literature Central Europe Prize and the 2021 Premio Strega Europe. His most recent novel, Time Shelter, won the 2023 International Booker Prize.
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