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Gilbert Sorrentino

    27. April 1929 – 18. Mai 2006

    Gilbert Sorrentino war eine Schlüsselfigur der amerikanischen Literaturszene, Mitbegründer der Literaturzeitschrift Neon und später deren Herausgeber. Seine redaktionelle Arbeit bei Grove Press umfasste bedeutende Werke und legte den Grundstein für seine eigene umfangreiche schriftstellerische Laufbahn. Sein Werk zeichnet sich durch formale Experimentierfreude und eine tiefgründige Auseinandersetzung mit der menschlichen Verfassung aus. Sorrentinos Œuvre wurde für seine intellektuelle Tiefe und seine unverwechselbare Stimme gefeiert.

    Nehmen wir an, dass es wirklich stimmt
    Steelwork
    Die scheinbare Ablenkung des Sternenlichts
    Steelwork. Ein Brooklyn-Roman
    Im Land der Liebe. Das Tolle Buch 13
    Mulligan Stew
    • 2010

      The Abyss of Human Illusion

      • 144 Seiten
      • 6 Lesestunden
      3,7(169)Abgeben

      As the concluding work of a renowned postmodern American author, this novel showcases a culmination of innovative storytelling and complex themes. It delves into the intricacies of identity, reality, and the human experience, reflecting the author's distinctive style and philosophical insights. Readers can expect a thought-provoking narrative that challenges conventional boundaries and explores the depths of contemporary life, making it a significant contribution to the literary landscape.

      The Abyss of Human Illusion
    • 2005

      Lunar Follies

      • 145 Seiten
      • 6 Lesestunden
      3,3(84)Abgeben

      Set against the backdrop of the art world, this narrative offers a captivating exploration of its complexities and eccentricities. Through the eyes of a sharp and perceptive storyteller, readers are taken on an engaging journey that reveals the nuances and unpredictability of artistic expression and the personalities involved. The tale promises both humor and depth, making it a delightful read for art enthusiasts and casual readers alike.

      Lunar Follies
    • 2004

      The Moon in Its Flight

      • 266 Seiten
      • 10 Lesestunden
      3,8(74)Abgeben

      Gilbert Sorrentino's work showcases a collection of miniature masterpieces that solidify his status as a leading figure in American avant-garde fiction. Each piece reflects his innovative narrative style and unique approach to storytelling, offering readers a profound exploration of themes and ideas within a compact format.

      The Moon in Its Flight
    • 2004

      New and Selected Poems

      • 410 Seiten
      • 15 Lesestunden
      3,6(18)Abgeben

      One of the most noted of American fiction writers, Gilbert Sorrentino is also a brilliant poet, and has authored some nine books of poetry, including the renowned The Orangery, first published in 1978 and republished by Sun & Moon Press in 1995. This new volume of selected poems includes the poems of the Black Sparrow edition of 1981 and the numerous new poems written in the 20 years following that volume.

      New and Selected Poems
    • 2003

      For over four decades, Gilbert Sorrentino has produced brilliant, penetrating essays and reviews, each one an uncompromising statement of what is good - and what is not - in literature and culture. Something Said collects in a single volume these definitive readings of such major twentieth-century innovators as William Carlos Williams, Edward Dahlberg, Hubert Selby, John Hawkes, Flann O'Brien, William Gaddis, Italo Calvino, John Hawkes, and Robert Creeley, along with critical writings on film, pop culture, and visual art. Featuring seventy-two pieces in all, this new expanded edition includes twenty-five pieces written since the publication of the first edition in 1984, and demonstrates Sorrentino's concern for the craft of writing and the development of an American aesthetic.

      Something Said
    • 2001

      Gilbert Sorrentino präsentiert in diesem Werk eine bizarre und traurige Meditation über die Liebe sowie eine komische Reflexion über das Schreiben. Es handelt sich um eine Gespenstergeschichte, illustriert von der Schweizer Künstlerin Anna Sommer, deren Illustrationen Scherenschnitt und zarten Bleistift vereinen.

      Im Land der Liebe. Das Tolle Buch 13
    • 1997
    • 1993