A virtuoso collage novel about narrative, identity, and exile, from international literary sensation Norman Manea
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July 19, 1936
Norman Manea is a Jewish Romanian writer whose works delve into profound themes of the Holocaust and the hardships of life within a communist state. He masterfully weaves his experiences of exile into his novels and essays, offering readers a unique perspective on displacement and identity. Manea writes with a sharp intellect and precise prose, dissecting the complexities of the human psyche when confronted with historical and political oppression. His literary contributions serve as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and an urgent call for understanding.
- 2023
- 2014
Captives
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Set in postwar Romania, the novel delves into the lives of defeated characters grappling with profound humiliation and identity loss following World War II. Through a unique narrative structure featuring first-, second-, and third-person perspectives, it vividly portrays their trauma and struggles against the oppressive backdrop of a totalitarian regime. The imaginative storytelling invites readers to experience the complex emotional landscapes of those who endure relentless challenges in their quest for survival and dignity.
- 2012
Explores the language and psyche of a writer forced to wander. This title answers essential questions on censorship and on linguistic roots. It unravels the relationship of the mother tongue to the difficulties of translation.
- 2011
Romanian writers on writing
- 319 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Romanian writers past and present talk about the literary life in their country
