🇪🇸 – Spanish literature in translation

Federico García Lorca

Federico García Lorca (1898–1936) remains one of the most luminous and influential voices of twentieth-century world literature. A poet, playwright, and symbol of creative freedom silenced by political violence, Lorca captured in his verse the profound rhythms of Andalusian life, the anguish of desire, and the mystical union between beauty and death. His poetry fuses popular song and surrealist imagery, blending folklore, modernist innovation, and a rare musicality that transcends language and culture.

Among his posthumous works, Sonetos del amor oscuro and Diván del Tamarit reveal Lorca at his most daring and introspective. Written during his final years in Spain, these collections trace the tension between alienation and love, despair and transcendence. Their publication after his death transformed Lorca into a universal poet of the modern condition—both intimate and prophetic.

These new versions presents fresh English translations that seek to restore the full emotional and rhythmic resonance of Lorca’s Spanish. Each poem is accompanied by AI-generated illustrations inspired by the visual universe of his imagery—bridging past and present, tradition and technology. The result is a renewed encounter with Lorca’s genius: a voice that continues to sing beyond time, resonating with today’s readers across languages and media.

Dark Love Sonnets

Diván del Tamarit

First Gypsy Ballads

Ballad of the Moon, Moon
Preciosa and the air
Brawl

🇫🇷 – Translation of French literature

Arthur Rimbaud

Book Reviews & Quotes

The Persian Boy – Mary Renault

Bringing back to life an ancient and extraordinary story of the conquest of an unimaginably vast empire by a young and passionate Alexander the Great, seen from the eyes of his affectionate lover, Bagoas. This novel by Mary Renault, will provide many hours of riveting reading and the pleasure of travelling back to a time of great battles and intense emotions.

Literature of the Second Half of 1900s

The Magpie Lord – Kj Charles

Intrigue, sex and magic are fabulous ingredients for a successful and engaging novel, with the additional edge of being set against a contrasting Victorian background. My first book of the Charm of Magpies series and by the author, but I’m pretty sure I’ll cast my eyes on other episodes of the saga very soon.

Literature in English language

Paul Street Boys – Molnar

This novel by Molnar was a delightful rediscovery in preparation for my first visit to Budapest. The choice inevitably fell on a book that I had not taken into my hands for forty years. What a thrill to relive the vicissitudes of the two groups of teenagers fighting each other for the use of a pitch for afternoon games. Even at the time of my first reading I went to play and smear myself in a small field near t.

Literature of the First Half of 1900s

La colpa – Ghirghis Ramal

A lucid and surprising writing for the literary case of the year.I am sure that this novel will make waves for the lucidity of analysis and the burning issues addressed. Whoever is behind the pseudonym is certainly an author of great depth and a soul of exceptional literary, social and political sensitivity. A very pleasant reading that leads to a profound reflections on the dynamics of personal and moral relationships in today’s society. A jewel with intricate arabesques to hold close to the heart.

Contemporary Literature

La delicatesse
I liked the movie and I liked the book, maybe even more. The plot of the book describes the journey out of the sadness for Nathalie and her slow rediscovery of love and human relations, with delicacy. A true pleasure for book lovers with a tender story full of humor and witty references.

Literature by publishing date