Why Read Classics?

Perché leggere i classici

In mainland China, Wang Xiaobo, Su Tong, Ah Cheng, and Zhi'an are his devoted fans. In Taiwan, Zhu Tianwen and Tang Nuo are tireless promoters of Calvino. In Hong Kong, Liang Wendao says he has been preparing to discuss Calvino, but has never had a definitive edition. He has comprehensively revised his 2006 single-volume translation and supplemented it with important material, including prefaces, afterwords, and annotations to each of Calvino's works. A renowned designer has newly bound the book, featuring a hardcover double cover, a gold-stamped spine, and original line drawings on the cover, imbuing each work with literary individuality. This book, with 36 essays on 31 classic writers and their works, is the perfect introduction to the world of classics. Here, Calvino opens his eclectic and eclectic secret bookshelf and shares his ideal collection. With his passion and wisdom, Calvino allows readers to experience the myriad charms of literary works. Free from academic jargon and the glibness of journalistic reports, his erudition is undeniable, filled with a genuine passion for literature. Because of this, the book has touched millions of readers around the world, whether they are reading it for the first time or rereading it in a new way.

2012-04-01

译林出版社

320

9787544722223