This Town

 

The Little Pleasures of Death - Goran Mrakić

I had a wonderful time reading this book. It took me back in time, reminding me of similar experiences I’ve had or heard about from others, but what I enjoyed most were the author’s subtle comparisons and insights regarding the stories in the book.

Humor, whether dark or not, is present throughout these pages and plays an important role, serving as a guide for those willing to make the effort to understand the past and the underlying implications of the conclusions that some people so readily throw around (starting with “things were better back then…”).

And a few excerpts:

‘…

You will always be of much greater use to this world if you make bread, cheese, and polenta than if you drop bombs on people’s homes.

 

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We know these times will pass. We know that one day we’ll rejoice, we’ll cheer, we’ll be overcome with joy. We know we’ll burn their photos, we’ll give them the finger, we’ll spit in their wake, and we’ll carry on with our lives. Fools that we are, we believe in a better world. But we also feel… that our children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren—if we ever have them—will, in turn, live life at a snail’s pace, while others watch them laughing from windows high above.

…

‘

Hard by the forest – Leo Vardiashvili

There are books that lift you out of the mundane routine of everyday life and show you why literature is perhaps the most important proof that we live in a fantastic world.

Following in the footsteps of his brother and father, Saba takes us through the terrifying depths of human pettiness and the horrors of war. Yet at the same time, we are shown that humans are kind, selfless, loyal, and loving.

This book is a masterpiece, and I believe in every comforting word in it!

 

‘…

“Why is everything written in English?”

“We're pretending to be Americans, man.”

“Why?”

Nodar shrugged.

“All I know is that just because you stick feathers up your butt doesn't mean you're a chicken.”

 

…

 

Fairytales must be read until the very end.

 

… ‘

Vlad Musatescu

Today, Vlad would have been 104 years old.

My love for his books and the hope that others will get curious and read them are still going strong.

Thank you, Master!

Music

 

Di chi sono nuestro giorni?

 

Seasons

Don't be surprised by the facts. Learn to enjoy it and that's that!