On Writers and Writing 2012 Desk Diary

Sicilijanac

Set in 1950s Sicily, Mario Puzo's novel follows the life of legendary outlaw Salvatore "Turia" Giuliano, inspired by a real person. The story takes place in the post-war period, where poverty, corruption, and the mafia dominate Sicilian society.

Kaisho

"Kaisho" is a novel by Eric Van Lustbader, part of his series about the Japanese warrior and detective, Nicholas Linn. This novel combines elements of thriller, action and mysterious conspiracies, characteristic of Lustbader's writing style.

Profesor strasti

The novel The Passion Professor (1977) follows the life of David Kepesh, from childhood to his academic career, through the prism of sexual desires and emotional insecurities. Roth's unique style is a mixture of autobiographical elements and satire.

Kako spasiti vlastiti život

Erica Jong's controversial novel introduces us to her world of interpersonal relationships, imbued with passion and sexuality. "How to Save Your Life" is the sequel to the cult novel Fear of Flying, in which we meet again with Isadora Wing.

Vanguard, from America Reads Galaxy Series

Vašar taštine, sv. 1-2

The pinnacle of Thackeray's creativity and his most famous novel, imbued with elegant sarcasm that at times turns into fierce irony, Vašar taštine proudly takes its place among the masterpieces of world literature.