Fantastical journey through space, time, and science.
If you're someone who's intrigued by the mysteries of the cosmos but also appreciates a touch of whimsy, "The Complete Cosmicomics" might just be your literary soul mate. Calvino weaves scientific principles into vibrant stories that brim with human emotion and universal truths, delivering what feels like a magical exploration of the universe's grandeur. Each story doubles as a lesson in both humanity and the natural world—a rare, delightful fusion that'll leave you pondering long after you turn the last page.
ISBN: 9780544577879
Authors:
Italo Calvino
Publisher: Mariner Books Classics
Date of Publication: 2015-09-08
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.13
(rated by 4156 readers)
Description
Through the eyes of an ageless guide named Qfwfq, Italo Calvino's beloved cosmicomics cross planets and traverse galaxies, speed up time or slow it down to the particles of an instant. Calvino explores natural phenomena and tells the story of the origins of the universe in this definitive anthology of thirty-four dazzling stories. These stories relate complex scientific and mathematical concepts to our everyday world, making it a poignant, fantastical, and wise literary achievement. Sorry! Book description for this title is not available.
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