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My third book in a row that I attempt to read, and finally this one seems to stick. Also my very first true Russian classic. I certainly have to get used to the language somewhat but it’s beautiful in many ways so far!

In an attempt to get myself out of my reading slump, I went for my first ever Tolstoy. At least it’s a short one.

This book is completely unhinged!

Finally getting around to reading this classic. Also for a book club so there’s some pressure for reading this faster, which is a healthy exercise for me :) Having read only Borges in terms of magical realism I had expected something like it, but the magic here feels very different. Strange but very cool so far!

Finished the first and the second story. So far I have been consistently amazed. I love the descriptions of the elements; water, wind, earth, each plays a role in this prose. Really good stuff!