{"title":"Marcelo Cohen","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Marcelo Cohen, a prominent figure in contemporary Argentine literature. Known for his imaginative storytelling and intricate narrative technique, Cohen's works often transcend the boundaries of reality, offering readers an immersive escape into fantastical realms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eMelodrome\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies his flair for blending surreal elements with poignant reflections on society and human nature. Cohen’s narratives are rife with philosophical undertones, exploring themes of identity, technology, and the complexities of modern life, ensuring that his stories resonate long after the final page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned for his innovative use of language and his unique voice, Marcelo Cohen crafts his stories with a deep sense of creativity and intellect, making each book in his collection a must-read for enthusiasts of general fiction who crave thought-provoking and richly woven tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into Marcelo Cohen's collection today and discover why his works stand as a beacon of originality and literary prowess in the sphere of international fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"melodrome-by-marcelo-cohen-9781925336771","title":"Melodrome","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLerena Dost is a dominant and successful woman until she and her psychoanalyst, Suano Botilecue, cross an ethical boundary and are disgraced after their sexual relationship is made known. Both lose everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen, a chance encounter with a mysterious woman in an elevator plants a number in Lerena's mind, which she plays in the lottery and wins. She decides that she will not touch her new fortune until she can reward her benefactor, who turns out to be none other than Dona Munava, the famed leader of a spiritual cult hidden away in the countryside far from the city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLerena and Suano set out on a road trip to find her, travelling across the Panoramic Delta, a futuristic world strangely like our own, but with its details, its settings, and even its language altered in unexpected ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe author's musical and inventive style, brilliantly translated by Chris Andrews, creates a hallucinatory atmosphere, in which the one-time lovers relive their relationship and confront its consequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA fundamental name in Argentinian literature of the last two decades.\u003c\/b\u003e - Fernando Bogado, \u003ci\u003eRadar\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMelodrome's\u003c\/i\u003e ingenuity is in ample evidence in this superb translation by Chris Andrews... \u003ci\u003eMelodrome\u003c\/i\u003e delivers a surreal ride, prompting reflection on issues from climate change to neoliberal capitalism. It also provides an exciting model for Australian writers and readers when it comes to the literary rewards that can be found by taking stylistic risks.\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003ci\u003eThe Saturday Paper\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46712628773100,"sku":"9781925336771","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13693043482873.jpg?v=1754300209"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/marcelo-cohen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}