A paperback book for Christmas? – Culture 31 – Literature

The paperback book is popular with many readers. Easily transportable, it can be read anywhere and fits into every pocket. As the holidays approach, publications are moving towards special editions with new covers. Overview of the new items to put under the tree.

This end of year marks the celebration of Notre Dame de with its recent reopening and the festivities surrounding the event. Also, it seems natural that Victor Hugo’s famous novel, Notre Dame de Paris (Points) be honored. To do this, Points Editions have designed a special reissue with a cover that is both aesthetic and poetic. In the same spirit, they magnificently adorn the text of Stephan Zweig, Dangerous pity. Does the painting on the cover symbolize the crazy but impossible love between Edith de Kekesfalva and Lieutenant Anton Hofmiller?


Another great myth of literature, that of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Pocket Editions sends us to the North Pole, not to meet Santa Claus, but rather Victor Frankenstein, the inventor who can no longer get rid of his monstrous creature. Thrills guaranteed when discovering or rediscovering this powerful text.

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Finally, in a more festive and joyful spirit, Folio editions offer two works signed Sempé, Save who can et The great panic. A childish joy is rekindled upon discovering the features of the famous designer. Funny and sensitive pages that recount the intimacy of families, couples and daily life. A realism that will make you smile at the end of the year.

Sylvie V.

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