Collection Of Sand

Discover the enchanting world of Italo Calvino's masterpiece, the Collection of Sand. This unique B-format paperback, brand new and published in 2013 by Penguin UK, unearths a treasure trove of essays that weave a profound connection between the visual universe and the imagination. With 240 pages, Calvino explores themes that resonate with art lovers, scholars, and casual readers alike; reflecting on maps, exhibitions, and the delicate balance of civilization through his vivid storytelling. Within these essays, the details of a meticulously crafted Japanese garden, Trajan's weathered column, and the majestic ruins of a Mexican temple invite contemplative thoughts on space and time, urging you to see the world through new eyes. With an encyclopedic curiosity, Calvino inspires readers to appreciate not just what is seen but the truths underlying our visual experiences. Whether you're a fan of literary essays or seeking to deepen your understanding of artistic motivation, Collection of Sand offers surprising insights and an immersive reading experience. Get ready to embark on a visual journey through one of Italy's literary giants, enhanced by the insightful translation of Martin L. McLaughlin. Enjoy free shipping on this remarkable addition to your bookshelf, but please note that combined shipping is not available. Allow us up to 10 days for delivery as you delve into Calvino's imaginative universe.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141193748
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2013
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 240


Description:
Italo Calvino in Collection of Sand claimed that 'the brain begins in the eye'. The essays collected here display his fascination with the visual universe, in which the things we see tell a truth about the world. With encyclopedic knowledge and engaging curiosity, Calvino writes about such diverse subjects as the imaginative pleasures of maps, bizarre exhibitions and the earliest forms of written language. Books and paintings provoke discussions of artistic motivation, while descriptions of a meticulous Japanese garden, Trajan's column crumbling to dust or a Mexican temple smothered by the jungle lead to contemplations on space, time and civilization. Surprising and profound, Collection of Sand provides a glimpse into the mind of a master of the magination.Italo Calvino, one of Italy's finest postwar writers, has delighted readers around the world with his deceptively simple, fable-like stories. Calvino was born in Cuba in 1923 and raised in San Remo, Italy; he fought for the Italian Resistance from 1943-45. He died in Siena in 1985, of a brain hemorrhage.Martin L. McLaughlin is Professor of Italian and Fiat-Serena Professor of Italian Studies at the University of Oxford where he is a Fellow of Magdalen College. He is the English translator of Umberto Eco and Italo Calvino among many others.

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