World-acclaimed American writer Elizabeth Kostova has recounted yet another enthralling story. Her debut novel The Historian in 2005 was among the bestsellers and even topped the New York Times chart. It is curious that her new novel, The Shadow Land, revives a tragic story from Bulgaria’s recent past. The protagonist, American Alexandra Boyd, arrives to Bulgaria determined to atone her guilt for her brother’s disappearance. Why Bulgaria? Bulgaria is the mysterious corner of the world that had won the adventurous heart of her brother. What is the cost of survival under a harsh political regime, what about human dignity and the authentic love of art? These are only some of the questions that Elizabeth Kostova’s novel raises. Time will tell whether The Shadow Land will repeat the success of her debut novel released in 5 million copies. Published in more than 40 countries of the world The Historian was in the top ten for the year on the Best-Selling Books List of USA Today.For it in 2005 Elizabeth Kostova received the Quill Award for Debut Author of the Year.
The Japanese television channel Fuji TV filmed episodes presenting Bulgaria to the Japanese society. The filming process was carried out in cooperation with the Bulgarian Embassy in Tokyo, the diplomatic mission announced. The initiative, which aims..
The 61 st Bologna Children's Book Fair opens on 8 April. The biggest international event for children’s literature will this year go on until 11 April, and Bulgaria will, for the first time, be presented with a designated 64 sq. m. stand of..
At a ceremony, the Aleko Konstantinov Satirical Theater in Sofia will present the Golden Kukerikon awards this evening for contribution to the development of the art of comedy and satire. With the awards in the categories "Young Hope", "Male role",..
The Wilson Gallery and Museum in the British town of Cheltenham displays a unique collection of paintings by a Bulgarian emigrant who lived and..
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