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A review by versmonesprit
The Dialogue of Two Snails by Federico García Lorca
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
This small book might possibly be the best selection from the Penguin Modern series, with its diversity of form and tone, and value too as apparently this is the first time some of these pieces appear in English! The selection includes a good amount of Lorca’s moving poems, metaphysical prose, and comedic plays, as well as his drawings.
Lorca writes beautifully, his love for nature evident in the brilliant ways he captures it in his poetry. His turns of phrase are unique, and while sometimes the meaning can be a bit elusive, the emotions always pack a punch. You can’t help but reread certain sentences multiple times to revel in their beauty.
I really should learn Spanish so I can read Lorca in his own voice, without translation taking anything away.
As a bonus, the quality of these minis can be hit and miss … this one is excellent in its printing too!
Lorca writes beautifully, his love for nature evident in the brilliant ways he captures it in his poetry. His turns of phrase are unique, and while sometimes the meaning can be a bit elusive, the emotions always pack a punch. You can’t help but reread certain sentences multiple times to revel in their beauty.
I really should learn Spanish so I can read Lorca in his own voice, without translation taking anything away.
As a bonus, the quality of these minis can be hit and miss … this one is excellent in its printing too!