Book · 2012 · Fiction, short stories (single author)
Amsterdam stories
Why people recommend it
Amsterdam Stories is a collection of evocative modernist sketches and tales that capture the melancholy atmosphere and distinct neighborhoods of the Dutch capital during the early twentieth century. On the podcast Conversations with Tyler, Benjamin Moser discussed the volume during the episode titled "Benjamin Moser on the Dutch Masters, Brazil, and Cultural Icons," which aired on May 15, 2024. During their discussion, Benjamin Moser recommended the book to listeners, identifying it as a publication included in the New York Review Classics series. His endorsement drew attention to the enduring value of these translated works in introducing distinctive European literary voices to contemporary English-speaking audiences through carefully curated reprint editions. By pointing to this specific collection, the conversation highlighted the rich tradition of Dutch prose and the ongoing efforts of publishing initiatives to rescue significant regional literature from obscurity.
Who recommended it
- Benjamin Moser Recommended
Benjamin Moser — 1 mention
“in the New York Review classics there s a book called I think it s called Amsterdam stories”