First published 2016
In these six dazzling essays, literary visionary Italo Calvino reflects on the art of fiction. He ponders the role of the individual imagination, the power of language, and the evolving nature of the written word. With lyrical prose and keen insight, Calvino charts a path forward for the next millennium of literature. Readers will be captivated by his sweeping vision and inspired to see the world anew.
Genres: art, essays, literary-fiction, 20th-century, 21st-century, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: literary-fiction, visionary
Period: Next Millennium
155 pages · Paperback · Penguin Popular Classics