Book · 2017
Corazón Tan Blanco (Edición Especial 25 Aniversario) / a Heart So White
Why people recommend it
A Heart So White is a masterpiece of contemporary Spanish literature by acclaimed author Javier Marías, translated into English and celebrated for its intricate meditations on secrecy, marriage, and memory. On the July 18, 2024, episode of The Book Review titled Isabel Wilkerson Talks About Michelle Obama’s Memoir, John Williams discussed the novel. Williams referenced the special 25th-anniversary edition of the book, noting that Alisa Gabbert had especially suggested reading this particular novel within the pages of her own book. Marías is renowned for his labyrinthine prose and philosophical suspense, and this novel examines the dangerous power of unspoken truths within intimate relationships. Williams's mention brought attention back to the enduring legacy of Marías's fiction and the ways in which contemporary writers and critics continue to champion his translation. The discussion underscored the novel's status as a modern classic that rewards careful reading and deep reflection on human psychology, ethics, and the burdens of family history.
Who recommended it
- John Williams Recommended
John Williams — 1 mention
“she especially suggests reading this novel called a heart so white by Javier Marius”