An edition of Italo Calvino (1999)
Italo Calvino
a journey toward postmodernism
By Constance Markey
Publish Date
1999
Publisher
University Press of Florida
Language
eng
Pages
168
Description:
"This primer for Italo Calvino fans surveys the international author in English translation, appraising his place in world literature and tracing his development as a postmodern writer from the start of his career during World War II to his death in 1985.". "Constance Markey, who knew Calvino personally, correlates details of his life with the growth of his thinking and artistry, using summaries and analyses of his novels, short stories, and essays to underscore the link between his life and work."--BOOK JACKET.
subjects: Criticism and interpretation, Postmodernism (Literature), Calvino, italo, 1923-1985
People: Italo Calvino
Places: Italy