Acting through reading holds political implications
In the heart of Berlin lies Bebelplatz, a square steeped in history, symbolic for the thousands of books burned by the Nazis during the infamous book burning of 1933. Italian author Fabio Stassi, a finalist for the prestigious Campiello Prize, has written "Bebelplatz. La notte dei libri bruciati" as a response to recent events and the ongoing pandemic, questioning the very essence of writing and reading.
The non-fiction novel, published by Sellerio, is a travel reportage, existential and historical investigation, narrative essay, collection of literary biographies, and a reader's notebook. It centres on the historical events at Berlin's Bebelplatz, delving into themes of memory, literature, and political oppression.
"Bebelplatz" is Fabio Stassi's latest work, following his 2013 Premio Selezione Campiello win for "L'ultimo ballo di Charlot," which was translated into nineteen languages. The 290-page book is priced at €16 and is available now.
Stassi's writing has been deeply affected by the loss of peace and the world coming off its hinges. He expresses concern about the loss of peace and views reading as a right that needs to be defended, as it is a political act, a responsibility, and a means of independent thought. He writes "Bebelplatz" as a praise of reading that no power will ever subjugate.
However, the specific details about the content or plot of "Bebelplatz. La notte dei libri bruciati" are not provided in this paragraph. The context or significance of the title is also not clear. It remains unspecified whether the book has been translated into other languages, apart from the nineteen languages "L'ultimo ballo di Charlot" was translated into.
Fabio Stassi's "Bebelplatz. La notte dei libri bruciati" is a thought-provoking exploration of the power of literature and the importance of reading in a world that is constantly changing. As the world grapples with the ongoing pandemic and political unrest, Stassi's work serves as a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of the written word.
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