{"title":"Zsolt Lang","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the imaginative world of Zsolt Láng, an acclaimed author known for his compelling storytelling and vivid characters. As a prominent figure in contemporary Hungarian literature, Láng offers readers a rich tapestry of narratives that delve into the intricacies of human nature and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne notable work in his repertoire is \u003cem\u003eThe Birth of Emma K.\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel that captivates with its intriguing plot and deep emotional resonance. Láng’s storytelling is characterised by its profound psychological insights and masterful blending of reality with the metaphorical, offering a unique reading experience that lingers long after the final page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngage with Zsolt Láng’s collection in our General Fiction category and discover stories that challenge perceptions and expand the boundaries of conventional narrative forms. Perfect for readers who appreciate thought-provoking literature that pushes the boundaries of the imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-birth-of-emma-k-by-zsolt-lang-9780857429865","title":"The Birth of Emma K.","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn inventive collection of stories by one of the most prominent and acclaimed writers in Hungary today.\u003c\/b\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Birth of Emma K.\u003c\/i\u003e, a collection of twelve short stories rich with magic, introduces English-language readers to one of the most vibrant and original voices in contemporary Hungarian literature. Zsolt Láng’s new collection opens with God sitting on a bench looking over Budapest; later, a Hungarian man who has stumbled into a Romanian music theory class suddenly finds he is able to speak expertly about Hungarian composer Béla Bartok—and in perfect Romanian; and even later, against all odds, the embryo of Emma fights for her future life from within the womb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrifting between melancholic and witty, in sentences that are winding, subtle, and colloquial, Láng’s stories are deeply rooted in Transylvanian culture and history. Reminiscent of the best writings of Irish modernist masters such as Samuel Beckett and Flann O’Brien, \u003ci\u003eThe Birth of Emma K.\u003c\/i\u003e presents an unforgettable collage of human nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853308973292,"sku":"9780857429865","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7224183482493.jpg?v=1759196354"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/zsolt-lang.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}