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Javier Marías is an award-winning Spanish novelist. He is also a translator and columnist, as well as the current king of Redonda. He was born in Madrid in 1951 and published his first novel at the age of nineteen. He has held academic posts in Spain, the US (he was a visiting professor at Wellesley College) and Britain, as a lecturer in Spanish Literature at Oxford University. He has been translated into 34 languages, and more than six million copies of his books have been sold worldwide. In 1997 he won the Nelly Sachs Award; the Comunidad de Madrid award in 1998; in 2000 the Grinzane Cavour Award, the Alberto Moravia Prize, and the Dublin IMPAC Award. He also won the Spanish National Translation Award in 1979 for his translation of Tristram Shandy in 1979. He was a professor at Oxford University and the Complutense of Madrid. He currently lives in Madrid.
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Spanish
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Paperback. Condition: Used. Ah, "A Heart So White" by Javier Marias?yes, the title suggests a romantic interlude set against the backdrop of a snow-dusted landscape, perhaps involving doves and a heart-shaped locket. But if you?re expecting a cozy, warm-fuzzy read, you might want to brace yourself for more than just a chilly crosswind. Published in 1997 by Panther?who seemed to have a penchant for taking readers on literary misadventures?this tome is more akin to wandering through a crypt adorned with existential musings than a sunlit meadow of tender affection. Now, let?s get to the meat of it. Or the tofu, if you?re that way inclined. Marias has a knack for prose that flows like a fine vintage wine, albeit one that has been left open on the kitchen counter for two weeks. You?ll find yourself entangled in a web of intricate sentences, where the characters often ponder their very existence while clutching cups of cold coffee in dimly-lit cafes. The novel prances through themes that might make your head spin?secrets, betrayal, and the moral complexities of human relationships, all wrapped up in a narrative that?s as straightforward as a contortionist attempting yoga for the first time. Behind the seemingly simple title lies a labyrinth of questions that might leave you scratching your head more than a cat in a room full of rocking chairs. The protagonist is an introspective chap, one who contemplates the weight of his family history while grappling with love, loss, and the occasional existential crisis. In the world of Marias, hearts may be white, but they are certainly not pure. No, they come stained with the ink of regret and the rather unsettling knowledge that life is a series of unfortunate misunderstandings. Hold onto your tea, folks; it?s bound to spill. If you enjoy novels that challenge you to think deep thoughts while also making you wonder if you?ve accidentally wandered into the wrong section of the bookstore, then this could be the literary escapade you?ve been searching for. It?s the kind of book that might just feel like a philosophical workout, where you?ll need to don your thinking cap and perhaps a pair of suspenders to keep your brain from slipping off your shoulders. And let?s not forget the quirks of the author. Marias, with his Catalan flair, has a unique ability to weave in and out of narratives, much like a cat burglar in a laser-lit museum. His style dances between lyrical and ponderous, leaving readers to either marvel at his brilliance or contemplate throwing the book across the room in exasperation. Either way, you?re guaranteed an experience that?s anything but dull. Condition: This particular copy of "A Heart So White" is used?much like your favorite pair of slippers, it has seen better days but still possesses an undeniable charm. Expect the pages to carry the fragrance of a well-loved book, with a few dog-eared corners and perhaps a smattering of coffee stains. But fear not, for these blemishes only add to its character, much like the author himself. Each smudge tells a story of late-night pondering or mid-afternoon escapes into the literary wilderness. To summarise, if you?re looking for a lighthearted romp, you may want to steer clear. However, if you have a penchant for intricate narratives that lead you down unexpected paths, this book could be your ticket. So grab a cuppa, settle into your armchair, and prepare for a journey through the tangled heart of human experience. And remember, every purchase supports Crappy Old Books?where the charm of second-hand literature lives on, one quirky title at a time. THIS BOOK BEARS THE CRAPPY OLD BOOKS STAMP. IF THAT IS UNDESIRABLE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS. THE STAMP MARKS WHICH IS USUALLY TO THE FRONT AND BACK INNER PAGES SAYS SOLD BY CRAPPY OLD BOOKS WITH WEB SITE URL. IT IN NO WAY DEMINISHED FROM THE READING. IF YOU WANT A PRISTINE BOOK, PLEASE FIND ANOTHER BOOK IN BETTER CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE. Seller Inventory # 2176
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