The Physics of Sorrow by Georgi Gospodinov
Using the myth of the Minotaur as its organising image, the narrator of Gospodinov's long-awaited novel constructs a labyrinth of stories about his family, jumping from era to era and viewpoint to viewpoint, exploring the mind-set and trappings of Eastern Europeans. Shortlisted for prizes around the world, Georgi Gospodinov's thrilling new novel will appeal to fans of Dave Eggers, Tom McCarthy and Dubravka Ugresic for its unique structure, humanitarian concerns and stunning storytelling.Gospodinov was born in the Bulgarian city of Sofia in the year 1968. He is a professor at the New Bulgarian University and the editor-in-chief of a weekly literary magazine published in Bulgaria. He is based in Sofia, Bulgaria, where he works.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781940953090 |
| ISBN 10 | 194095309X |
| Title | The Physics of Sorrow |
| Author | Georgi Gospodinov |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Open Letter |
| Year published | 2015-04-30 |
| Number of pages | 290 |
| Prizes | Commended for Literary Award (Translation) 2016 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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