You are invited, friends!
Later in April, we plan to have a discussion on Solenoid by offering a hybrid format. But, at this point, let us enjoy this rare opportunity to hear and see the author in person.
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Third Place Books and the Seattle Public Library welcome Romanian author Mircea Cărtărescu—often rumored to win the Nobel Prize for Literature—for a reading of his new novel Solenoid, translated by Sean Cotter. This event is made possible by Cărtărescu's American publisher Deep Vellum, the Romanian Cultural Institute, and the American Romanian Cultural Society based in Seattle.
University of Washington scholar Ileana Marin, co-founder and President of the American Romanian Cultural Society, will join in conversation.
Venue: Seattle Public Library (Central Branch), Microsoft Auditorium, 1000 Fourth Ave., Seattle, WA 98104
Time: 7pm
Time: 7pm
Registration is required in advance.
"[S]omething of a masterpiece . . . Solenoid synthesizes and subtly mocks elements of autofiction and history fiction by way of science fiction… The mesmerizing beauty of creation, of reality giving way to itself: that, above all, lies behind the doors of Solenoid." —Federico Perelmuter, Astra Hia Magazine
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This event is free and open to the public. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book, or request a hold at your local library.
