Belgrade Noir
Belgrade Noir by Milorad Ivanovic is a compelling anthology published by Akashic Books in 2020, featuring 264 pages in English. This collection is part of an award-winning series of original noir anthologies, each presenting new stories set in distinct neighborhoods or locations within the respective city. The book showcases contributions from various authors, including Oto Oltvanji, Misha Glenny, and Kati Hiekkapelto, among others, each bringing their unique perspective to the dark and intricate narratives inspired by Belgrade.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of tales that delve into the city’s multifaceted identity, exploring themes of crime, betrayal, and the complexities of its multicultural backdrop. The anthology captures the essence of Belgrade, a city marked by its history and diverse influences, featuring characters such as thieves, spies, and corrupt officials. With contributions from Serbian, Croatian, Bosnian, British, and Finnish writers, this collection not only highlights the local flavor but also the collaborative spirit of its translators. Belgrade Noir invites readers to experience the city’s dark charm through its vivid storytelling.
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“Intensely magnetic.” –Exclusive Magazine
Akashic Books continues its award-winning series of original noir anthologies, launched in 2004 with Brooklyn Noir. Each book comprises all new stories, each one set in a distinct neighborhood or location within the respective city.
Brand-new stories by: Oto Oltvanji, Misha Glenny, Kati Hiekkapelto, Vesna Goldsworthy, Mirjana Ðurdevic, Vladan Matijevic, Muharem Bazdulj, Vladimir Arsenijevic, Dejan Stojiljkovic, Miljenko Jergovic, Aleksandar Gatalica, Vule Zuric, Verica Vincent Cole, and Goran Skrobonja.
From the introduction by Milorad Ivanovic:
Belgrade, meaning “White City,” is located in Southeast Europe at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers . . . Alfred Hitchcock once said that certain creepy parts of Belgrade unnerved him and would be ideal settings for thrillers. Thieves, traitors, spies, corrupt doctors, psychiatric patients, former policemen, mafia clans–they all appear in the pages of this book.
Even in the worst periods of its history, Belgrade was always a multicultural, multireligious, and multinational city. This anthology illustrates that. Alongside our Serbian authors, there are stories written by Croatian, Bosnian, British, and Finnish writers. The same is true for our great team of translators, which includes Americans, Serbians, Bosnians, and an Albanian . . .
Right now, you likely believe there are a number of cities throughout the world that would make better settings for good noir stories. But I am quite certain that after reading this book, you will find yourself seduced by the dark charm of the White City.
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