Short satirical novel translated from Slovak about an autistic waste-paper collector who conforms to every authority or prejudice, regardless of the effect on those around him
Daniela Kapitáňová Book order
June 30, 1956
Daniela Kapitáňová stands apart from many contemporary female authors by avoiding the conventions of the 'women's novel.' Her highly acclaimed debut, 'Cemetery Book,' narrated by the mentally challenged Samko Tále, captivates with its unique world and distinctive voice. Kapitáňová employs an original, unsophisticated, and vividly humorous language that authentically shapes her protagonist while offering an unconventional reflection on the past and present societal ills. In her detective novels, she demonstrates masterful command of dynamic language, wit, and character portrayal, providing readers with a logically resolved plot, reminiscent of Agatha Christie's style.
- 2011
