On the occasion of the International Literature Week in Shanghai, the Miguel de Cervantes Library is hosting an interview with two prominent figures in contemporary Spanish literature: Andrés Barba and Irene Vallejo.
Date and time: 15 August, 7 p.m.
Venue: Miguel de Cervantes Library
Address: 208 Anfu Road
Left: Author Andrés Barba. Right: Author Irene Vallejo.
Barba and Vallejo will speak with authors and editors Zhao Song and Salvador Marinaro about their unique approaches to literature, the challenges of working across genres, and the creative obstacles they face when writing fiction and essays.
Andrés Barba is generally recognized as one of the most influential authors of contemporary Spanish literature.
His novels, poems, short stories and children’s books have received widespread acclaim from international critics and the literary community. His prose is precise and introspective, capturing the complexity of human existence.
His works “República Luminosa” and “Las Manos Pequeñas” have been translated into Chinese by Cai Xuedi, Tong Yaxing and Liu Runqiu and are categorized as magical realism in the Spanish literary world.
These novels explore the line between realism and evil and are considered classics of contemporary Spanish literature. Both novels explore the delicate boundaries between innocence and evil, childhood and adulthood, and the complex nature of humanity.
“República Luminosa” by Andrés Barba.
Irene Vallejohas now captivated a wide readership with her essays and chronicles, combining a clear, appealing writing style with her expertise in classical philosophy.
Her work seamlessly combines mythology and Greco-Roman thought with contemporary considerations, exploring timeless themes such as memory, identity, and the enduring importance of knowledge and culture.
The Chinese translation of her book “El Infinito en un Junco,” translated by Li Jing, offers a scholarly yet accessible exploration of the history of books and libraries, transforming historical narratives into a fascinating journey through time and culture.
“El Infinito en un Junco” by Irene Vallejo
To attend the event in person, please scan the QR code below to reserve a seat.
You can also follow the event via the Zoom link below or on the video channel of the Miguel de Cervantes Library in Shanghai.
Click on the Zoom link
Access code: 904390
