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Marcello Di Cintio

    Marcello Di Cintio je autorem, který se ve své tvorbě zaměřuje na pozoruhodné kulturní a společenské fenomény napříč světem. Jeho práce se často rodí z hlubokého osobního ponoru do odlišných prostředí, kde zkoumá vztahy mezi lidmi a jejich historií, poezií a každodenním životem. Di Cintio vyniká schopností odhalovat univerzální lidské příběhy v kontextu specifických geografických a politických situací. Jeho psaní nabízí čtenářům pronikavý vhled do života na okrajích společnosti i do zdánlivě obyčejných existencí.

    Driven
    Walls: Travels Along the Barricades
    Pay No Heed to the Rockets
    Poets and Pahlevans
    • Poets and Pahlevans

      A Journey Into the Heart of Iran

      • 304 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení
      4,1(8)Ohodnotit

      The journey explores the intricate connection between Iranian culture, particularly through the lens of heroic poetry and traditional wrestling. Marcello Di Cintio immerses himself in Farsi, Persian poetry, and wrestling techniques to understand how Iranians blend creativity with physical combat. His preparation highlights a deep respect for the cultural significance of these art forms, aiming to uncover the nuances of identity and expression within the context of Iran's rich heritage.

      Poets and Pahlevans
    • An evocative blend of travel writing, politics and literature, offers a window into the contemporary Palestinian literary scene.

      Pay No Heed to the Rockets
    • Walls: Travels Along the Barricades

      • 288 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení
      4,0(184)Ohodnotit

      Exploring the impact of physical barriers, the narrative delves into the lives of those living near walls around the world. Di Cintio engages with diverse communities, from Saharan refugees to Palestinian villagers, uncovering how these structures shape identities and cultures. Each wall tells a story of division, fear, and resistance, revealing their failure to achieve intended security while fostering subversion and creativity. Through personal encounters, the book highlights the complex relationship between walls and the human experience, illustrating their profound social implications.

      Walls: Travels Along the Barricades
    • Driven

      • 288 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení
      3,7(421)Ohodnotit

      In conversations with drivers ranging from refugees to American expats, Di Cintio explores the borderland of the North American taxi.

      Driven