Partita and a Winter in Zürau - by Gabriel Josipovici (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A haunting exploration of art, identity, and the human condition from a master storyteller.

Partita weaves a tale of intrigue and existential questioning as Michael Penderecki flees a threat, seeking refuge in a world of music and mystery. Who is the woman in the bathtub? Why does Yves Montand's voice echo in a silent villa? This novel delves into the depths of human experience, blurring the lines between fiction and reality.

A Winter in Zürau uncovers the pivotal months in Franz Kafka's life, a period of illness and profound reflection. Through letters and journals, discover the genesis of his iconic works and the struggles that shaped his vision. Perfect for readers seeking insightful literary fiction that explores the complexities of life, art, and the human spirit. Discover a new perspective on Kafka and the power of artistic expression.

About the Author

Gabriel Josipovici was born in Nice in 1940 of Russo-Italian, Romano-Levantine parents. He lived in Egypt from 1945 to 1956, when he came to Britain. He read English at a St.Edmund Hall, Oxford and from 1963 to 1998 was first a lecturer, then a Professor in the School of European Studies at the University of Sussex. He is the author of some twenty novels, ten books of criticism, a memoir of his mother, the poet Sacha Rabinovitch, and numerous stage and radio plays. His reviews have appeared in the Guardian, The Independent, The Times Literary Supplement, and the London Review of Books.