Brief Notes on the Art and Manner of Arranging One's Books
Description
In this insightful essay, Georges Perec, a master of Oulipo literature, turns his attention to the intimate and often overlooked act of organizing one's personal library. Perec playfully explores the myriad ways individuals arrange their books, from the strictly logical to the deeply personal and idiosyncratic. This work delves into the relationship between readers and their collections, revealing how the order (or disorder) of books reflects our inner lives, memories, and desires. Perec's unique perspective offers a charming and thought-provoking meditation on the meaning we imbue in our most cherished possessions.
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paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2020
112 pages
ISBN: 9780241475218
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First Published
2020
Language
fra
Translation
From: fra
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