Paradiso 1st. Dalkey Archive Ed
Paradiso 1st. Dalkey Archive Ed by José Lezama Lima, published by Dalkey Archive Press in 2000, is a significant work in modern literature, comprising 466 pages in English. This edition presents the story of José Cemí, who navigates the complexities of life in turn-of-the-century Cuba following his father’s untimely death. The narrative intertwines themes of love, loss, and the philosophical underpinnings of existence, set against a backdrop that reflects the intricacies of Cuban society.
Readers will find a rich exploration of Cemí’s journey as he seeks to understand both his father’s legacy and the nature of love. The book delves into the emotional and intellectual landscapes of its characters, creating a tapestry that captures the essence of the old Cuban bourgeoisie. With its focus on the performing arts and literary elements, this edition of Paradiso invites readers to engage with the profound and often magical aspects of life, making it a notable addition to the canon of literary fiction.
Official synopsis Publisher
A classic of modern literature, Paradiso was first published in Cuba in 1966 and quickly hailed as a masterpiece by such eminent writers as Julio Cortázar and Mario Vargas Llosa. Written by Cuba’s most important poet, it tells the story of José Cemí, who, in the wake of his father’s premature death, comes of age in turn-of-the-century Cuba, “an island paradise where magic and philosophy twist the lives of the old Cuban bourgeoisie into extravagant wonderful shapes” (Washington Post). Weaving the exhilarations and defeats of love into extraordinary erotic verbal tapestries, Lezama Lima narrates Cemí’s search for his dead father and for an understanding of love and the powers of the mind.
Both an archetype and a microcosm of Cuban society, Paradiso is as perceptive and psychologically intricate as Proust’s vision of France, and as vigorous and sometimes corroded as Faulkner’s Yoknapatawpha County.
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “Paradiso 1st. Dalkey Archive Ed” about?
Who is the author of “Paradiso 1st. Dalkey Archive Ed”?
When was “Paradiso 1st. Dalkey Archive Ed” published?
What is the ISBN for “Paradiso 1st. Dalkey Archive Ed”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
