COLLECTED WORKS OF MAX BLECHER

Discover the fascinating world of Max Blecher, one of the most outstanding Romanian writers of the 20th century. His work, marked by surreal imagination and poetic language, transports the reader into a world of illness, corporeality and dreamlike visions. It is a unique combination of hyperrealism and abstraction, which is compared to the works of Franz Kafka and Bruno Schulz.

• Complete collection of prose, stories, aphorisms and poems by Max Blecher.
• Unique combination of surrealism and hyperrealism in the description of illness experiences.
• Refined language and poetic sensitivity of the author.
• Inspiration for many contemporary artists.
• The edition includes a calendar and an extensive afterword by Doris Mironescu.
• Translation by Joanna Kornaś-Warwas.

Max Blecher (1909-1938) was a Romanian writer of Jewish origin who gained recognition for his original and innovative work. His writing is characterized by a combination of surreal imagination, poetic language and cruel precision in the description of illness and corporeality. Despite his short life, Blecher left behind a rich literary legacy that continues to inspire and fascinate readers around the world. His works are not only a testimony to personal experiences, but also a universal story about the human condition, suffering and the search for meaning in life.

„Collected Works” is an extremely important volume that presents a complete overview of Blecher's work. Here we find both his most famous prose works, such as „Events in Near Unreality”, „Scarred Hearts” and „Illuminated Pit”, as well as lesser-known stories, aphorisms and poems. The whole is complemented by a chronicle of Blecher's life and an extensive afterword by his biographer, Doris Mironescu. This edition is a real treat for literature lovers and all those who want to get to know the work of this outstanding writer.

Państwowy Instytut Wydawniczy, the publisher of this volume, is a renowned publishing house with a long tradition. PIW has been taking care of the high editorial level of its publications for years, offering readers carefully prepared and edited literary works. When choosing books from PIW, you can be sure that you are reaching for literature of the highest quality.

This edition in paperback, with a format of 222x168 mm, has 440 pages. The year of publication is 2025. It is an ideal item for anyone who appreciates high-quality literature.