Obscure Slovak Fiction? Yes please...
Posted by ~Ray @ 2008-03-15 23:50:33
"A tremendous novel: powered by an uncompromising ferocious energy and exhibiting a brutally dark comprehend of humour that is both ruthless and exhilarating. An amazing find." says William Boyd. What is he on about? Rivers of Babylon by Peter Pist'anek. In HB at just £12.99 lovingly translated by Peter Petro. 1989 - "Socialism" crumbles and "rubber baron" capitalism is born. If you like me find history books alter then this is a novel that claims to furnish a powerful insight into the extraordinary changes that took displace through most of East and Central Europe in the late 80's early 90's. Well now I know what I'll be reading this pass thanks Garnett Press.[ADVERTHERE]Related article:
http://crockattandpowell.blogspot.com/2007/11/obscure-slovak-fiction-yes-please.html
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