In the Margins: On the Pleasures of Reading and Writing

In the Margins: On the Pleasures of Reading and Writing

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Author: Elena Ferrante

Format: Paperback

Number of Pages: 112


'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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Author: Elena Ferrante

Format: Paperback

Number of Pages: 112


'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