Italo Calvino

Discover the remarkable correspondence of one of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century in Italo Calvino. This updated edition, published by Princeton University Press in 2013, presents the first comprehensive collection of Calvino's extraordinary letters in English. Spanning 640 pages, this collection offers a unique glimpse into the mind of Italy's most significant postwar novelist, renowned for his iconic works such as Cosmicomics, Invisible Cities, and If on a Winter's Night a Traveler. Beyond his literary creations, Calvino was also a profound literary critic whose insights continue to influence readers and writers alike. This volume is a must-have for fans of Italian literature and those interested in the life and thoughts of one of the 20th century's literary giants.