This collection of diverse essays by the noted Italian writer and journalist Italo Calvino contains a wealth of notes and commentary on translation, reading, writing and correspondence, making it a de facto masterclass in writing for a range of audiences.

Calvino’s writing itself tends to stand out m…
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