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Donald Barthelme

    7. duben 1931 – 23. červenec 1989

    Donald Barthelme was a distinctive voice in postmodern literature, known for his experimental narratives and a unique blend of the absurd and the profound. His work often explores themes of alienation, the fragmentation of modern life, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. Barthelme's distinctive style is characterized by its innovative use of language, playful yet often melancholic tone, and a masterful deconstruction of traditional storytelling. His influence on contemporary fiction is undeniable, inviting readers to reconsider the very nature of reality and narrative.

    Donald Barthelme
    The King
    Sixty Stories
    The Teachings of Don B.
    Donald Barthelme: Collected Stories (Loa #343)
    Mrtvý otec
    Padesát povídek
    • Reprezentativní výbor povídek legendárního amerického experimentátora je splacením jednoho z posledních mnohaletých dluhů, které v českém překladu vůči americké krásné literatuře zůstaly i po roce 1989. Hravé, absurdní až surrealistické krátké příběhy, bránící se veškeré racionalitě, připomínají E. A. Poea, F. Kafku i Woodyho Allena a čtenáře okouzlují zachycením banality i bizarnosti moderního světa, čemuž odpovídají i jeho oblíbené jazykové prostředky - mluva reklam a vše, co doprovází pokleslou (americkou) kulturu a reálie.

      Padesát povídek
    • „Statečný román o všem“ nejčtenějšího z postmoderních amerických autorů 70. a 80. let je svéráznou a vtipnou hyperbolou o světě, jak ho viděl Donald Barthelme (1931–1989), zasazenou mimo známý čas i prostor, a přesto každému tak povědomou. Stylem podobným jeho Padesáti povídkám (Argo, 1999) a stylem zcela nezaměnitelným navozuje úvodní situaci románu: „Je to úplně normální noha, až na to, že je sedm metrů vysoká.“ Obrovské tělo se pohybuje krajinou. Patří Mrtvému Otci. Je mrtvý a není mrtvý; mluví, uráží, řídí, žadoní, popichuje, svádí. Je moudrý, je vtipný, je ješitný, je napůl mechanický, je strašlivý ve svém hněvu, a přece bezmocný jako dítě, je… mrtvý? Krajinou nebezpečných Wendů a Velkého Otce Hada jej na provaze táhne procesí devatenácti lidí. Thomas, Julie, Emma, Edmund a další jej opečovávají i urážejí, krmí a usmiřují a také připravují na tajemný cíl své pouti. Jazykem naprosto nespoutaným nás Donald Barthelme provází příběhem, v němž je jasné jen jedno: že není jasné nic.

      Mrtvý otec
    • This collection showcases the work of a twentieth-century master who transformed the short story genre with his innovative narratives. Each tale reflects his unique style and creativity, offering readers a glimpse into the unforgettable characters and themes that define his literary legacy. The compilation serves as both a tribute to his influence and a comprehensive exploration of his contributions to storytelling, making it essential for fans of the genre.

      Donald Barthelme: Collected Stories (Loa #343)
    • The Teachings of Don B.

      Satires, Parodies, Fables, Illustrated Stories, and Plays

      • 384 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení
      4,0(1)Ohodnotit

      This collection features sixty-three rare and previously uncollected works by a renowned master of American short stories. It showcases the author's distinctive style and thematic depth, offering readers a unique glimpse into their literary genius. Each story reflects the intricacies of human experience, making this anthology a valuable addition for both longtime fans and new readers alike.

      The Teachings of Don B.
    • Sixty Stories

      • 480 stránek
      • 17 hodin čtení
      4,2(462)Ohodnotit

      Audacious and murderously witty, this collection features sixty stories that blend American culture with urban upheavals, transforming them into frontier myths. The narratives include surreal travelogues reminiscent of Kafka, alongside cryptic dialogues that explore deep human emotions and existential concerns. Barthelme's mastery of language and perception creates an unsettling yet irresistible reading experience, showcasing his unique ability to capture the complexities of contemporary life.

      Sixty Stories
    • The King

      • 160 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení
      3,3(8)Ohodnotit

      An alternative history in fiction form which explores such concepts as the function of myth in history and the role of royalty in the modern world. King Arthur is rediscovered doing battle with the Nazis, and the grail to end all wars appears to be a bomb.

      The King
    • Modern Short Stories

      • 219 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení
      3,5(56)Ohodnotit

      This collection is a companion to the long-established and highly successful Modern Short Stories One and its essential aims are the same: to offer stories of high literary quality which, though written for adults, can be enjoyed and appreciated by adolescents. The fifteen stories included are by distinguished writers from Africa, America, Australia, India, Ireland, Italy and Great Britain; and within their artistic context several of them deal with the special personal and social concerns of society today.The collection includes stories by the likes of Dorothy Parker, Maeve Binchy, Garrison Keillor, Peter Carey, Flannery O'Connor and Nadine Gordimer.

      Modern Short Stories
    • “Eccentric, dazzling…the literary conversation piece of the year.” – San Francisco ChronicleAn American short story writer and novelist acclaimed for his playful, postmodern style of short fiction, Barthelme’s first novel, Snow White , is a countercultural, experimental reconstruction of the Disney version of the traditional fairytale.In Barthelme’s modern day world, Snow White is a seductive woman waiting for her prince to return to New York. Pushing the bounds of fiction and form, Barthelme subverts the classic tale, prompting The New York Times to call him “a splendid practitioner at the peak of his power” and inspiring a new generation of authors including Charles Baxter, Dave Eggers, and David Gates.

      Snow White
    • Donald Barthelme is a puckish player with language, a writer of short but endlessly rewarding comic gems, a thinker and an experimenter. In these nine short stories, whether writing about a hairy, donkeyish king or a touching, private gesture of city-sized proportions, his is a surreal, deadpan genius.

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