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Delve into the captivating world of Italo Calvino's The Complete Cosmicomics, a collection of whimsical tales chronicling the universe's evolution. Translated by Martin McLaughlin, Tim Parks and William Weaver, this Penguin Modern Classics edition brings together Calvino's imaginative stories, populated by characters born from mathematical formulae and cellular structures.
Journey through time and space with the enigmatic narrator Qfwfq, a cosmic polymath who shape-shifts from dinosaur to mollusc, from steamer captain to lunar milk collector. Witness the big bang, traverse millennia, and explore galaxies through Qfwfq's ever-changing eyes in this first complete English edition of Calvino's beloved work.
Calvino, a master of postwar Italian literature, deftly weaves scientific fact with flights of fancy, creating a tapestry of parody and wordplay that unveils the peculiarities and marvels of our world. His deceptively simple, fable-like narratives have enthralled readers globally, cementing his place among Italy's literary giants.
This definitive collection, hailed as a masterpiece by critics, promises an unparalleled reading experience. As Salman Rushdie declares, "If you have never read Cosmicomics, you have before you the most joyful reading experience of your life." Ursula K Le Guin concurs, dubbing it "a landmark in fiction, the work of a master."
For those who relish The Complete Cosmicomics, Jorge Luis Borges' Fictions, also available in Penguin Modern Classics, offers a complementary journey into the realm of literary imagination.
Book ISBN: | 9780141189680 |
Book Author: | William Weaver |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Penguin Classics |
Book Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Book Dimensions: | 198 x 130 x 27 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2010-05-06 |
Book Pagination: | 432 pages |
Book Weight: | 316g |
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’