The Two Lolitas
The Two Lolitas by Michael Maar, published by Verso on October 17, 2005, is a thought-provoking exploration of literary connections. This edition, comprising 107 pages, delves into the lesser-known narrative of Heinz von Eschwege, who wrote under the pen name Heinz von Lichberg. Maar reveals intriguing parallels between von Lichberg’s 1916 tale of Lolita and Vladimir Nabokov’s renowned novel, suggesting a deeper relationship between the two works that extends beyond mere coincidence.
Readers will find a meticulous examination of the influences and historical contexts surrounding these two narratives. The book presents a unique literary detective story that sheds light on the complexities of authorship and the impact of cultural history on literature. With subjects spanning fiction, mystery, and literary criticism, The Two Lolitas invites readers to reconsider the origins of one of the twentieth century’s most significant literary works. This edition also features an interview with Maar, conducted by Daniel Kehlmann, which adds further insight into the discoveries made since the book’s initial publication.
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A leading German scholar reveals his astonishing discovery about Nabokov’s influential novel
We know the girl and her story, just as we know the title. But the author was Heinz von Eschwege, whose tale of Lolita appeared in 1916 under the pen name Heinz von Lichberg, forty years before Nabokov’s celebrated novel took the world by storm. Von Lichberg later became a prominent journalist in the Nazi era, and his youthful work faded from view. The Two Lolitas uncovers a remarkable series of parallels between the two works and their authors—too many for coincidence.
With an introduction by best-selling German novelist Daniel Kehlmann, Maar’s extraordinary literary detective story casts new light on the making of one of the most influential works of the twentieth century. This new edition includes an interview with the author, conducted by Kehlmann, in which Maar reveals that since writing the book he has discovered what might be the final piece of the puzzle.
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