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9780811215008
The Club of Angels
Luis Fernando Verissimo; Margaret Jull Costa
ISBN 10: 0811215008 / 0-8112-1500-8
ISBN 13: 9780811215008
Publisher: New Directions
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN 13: 9780811215008
Publisher: New Directions
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Hardcover
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A witty novel about sin and gluttony, by one of Brazil's most revered writers. Luis Fernando Verissimo's The Club of Angels is an irresistible, enticing book—almost as irresistible and enticing as the exquisite meals prepared within—about the sin of gluttony. Written by one of Brazil's leading authors and columnists, The Club of Angels was an immediate success there, and has been on the bestseller list since 1998. It tells the story of ten privileged men, who meet every month to dine fabulously and celebrate their friendship and singularity. When their leader, Ramos, dies of AIDS, the narrator Daniel meets his possible replacement—Lucido—in a wineshop. Lucido is mysteriously taciturn, but in the privacy of Daniel's kitchen, he recreates the men's favorite dishes, giving them a gastronomic experience like no other. The tale of bewilderment and death that follows creates an unforgettable literary experience. It is tinged with funny characters, witty dialogue, touching with mordant satire on all segments of Brazilian society. The Club of Angels has been translated into English by the renowned Margaret Jull Costa (translator of José Saramago, Paulo Coelho, Javier Marías, and Arturo Perez-Reverte).
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Book Description: New Directions, New York, 2002. hardcover. Book Condition: Very Good In Dustjacket. New York. 2002. New Directions. 1st American Edition. Very Good In Dustjacket. 135 pages. hardcover. 0811215008. Luis Fernando Verissimo?s THE CLUB OF ANGELS is an irresistible, enticing book about the sin of gluttony-almost as irresistible and enticing as the exquisite meals prepared within. Written by one of Brazil?s leading authors, THE CLUB OF ANGELS was an immediate success there, climbing the bestseller lists. With wit and dark humor, THE CLUB OF ANGELS tells the story of ten privileged men, who meet every month to dine fabulously and celebrate their friendship and singularity. When their leader, Ramos, dies of AIDS, the narrator, whose name is Daniel, meets his possible replacement-a mysterious man, Lucido - in a wineshop. Lucido is strangely taciturn, but in the privacy of Daniel?s kitchen, he creates the men?s favorite dishes, giving them a gastronomic experience like no other. The tale of bewilderment and death that follows makes for an unforgettable literary experience! This mordant satire, with its hilarious characters and witty dialogue, touches on all segments of Brazilian society. THE CLUB OF ANGELS has been translated into English by the renowned Margaret Jull Costa (translator of Javier Marias, José Saramago, Paulo Coelho, Reinaldo Arenas, and Arturo Perez-Reverte). LUIS FERNANDO VERISSIMO was born 1936, the son of the writer Erico Verissimo. He is one of the best-known literary figures in Brazil today. Verissimo is the author of several novels, and his crônicas have appeared in major national publications. He contributes regularly to the national weekly Veja, providing observations about Brazilian life, as well as wonderful illustrations and cartoons. MARGARET JULL COSTA has translated the work of the Portuguese writers José Saramago, Eça de Quieroz, Fernando Pessoa, and Lidia Jorge, and a number of the most notable Spanish authors. (original title: Clube dos anjos, 1998). keywords: Literature Brazil Translated Latin America. inventory # 31904. Bookseller Inventory # 31904 Bookseller & Payment Information | More Books from this Seller | Ask Bookseller a Question |
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