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A Tranquil Star

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SKU: 9780141188911

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Dive into the wondrous world of Primo Levi’s short stories. “A Tranquil Star” and other tales explore love, cruelty, and fate’s curious twists. From a poem with unforeseen consequences to a paint that protects from misfortune, discover the magic and chilling realities within. Explore themes of mass violence, language, imagination, and infinity in this landmark collection.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780141188911
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 198 mm
  • No of Pages: 176
  • Series Title: Penguin Modern Classics
  • Weight: 138 gr
  • ISBN-10: 014118891X
  • Publisher Date: 03 Apr 2008
  • Depth: 14
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 11 mm
  • Width: 129 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

24 reviews for A Tranquil Star

  1. Prateek Jayant

    Disappointed. While Levi is talented, many stories felt disconnected. Hard to fully engage. The writing seemed bit too sterile.

  2. Anita Bhengra

    Not for everyone. The exploration of dark themes with a touch of humanity. Overall, a decent book.

  3. Aman Verma

    Disturbing but beautifully written. Levi’s stories force you to confront difficult realities. A must-read for fans of thought-provoking work.

  4. Ayushie Gupta

    Levi’s stories are beautifully written. A must-read for anyone interested in the human condition and mass atrocities.

  5. Ritik Saini

    A bit uneven, but definitely worth reading. Some stories are truly brilliant, with clever ideas, making this book a worthwhile read.

  6. Kashish Singh

    The writing style felt detached. Levi’s imagination is great, but it falls flat in the execution in multiple stories.

  7. Rohit Batra

    Chilling and beautiful. Levi’s insight is unparalleled. A must-read for anyone interested in the human condition and mass atrocities.

  8. Abhinav Kumar Karadwal

    Intriguing collection. Some stories felt incomplete. Levi’s voice is unique. A very different reading experience for me.

  9. Shekhar Singh

    Disturbing! Levi’s stories offer glimpses into the abyss. Be prepared for a challenging, rewarding read.

  10. Aayush Mittal

    A mixed bag. Some stories resonated deeply, while others were confusing and hard to follow. Levi’s imagination is undeniable, though.

  11. Rajbir Singh

    Enjoyed the unique concepts in many stories, but the writing style felt a bit detached at times. Still, a worthwhile exploration of human nature.

  12. Aditya Kumar

    A fascinating and unsettling read. Levi’s exploration of cruelty is thought-provoking and intense, but be ready for it.

  13. Swapnil Shanu

    Some stories were brilliant, the overall effect was powerful and compelling. I enjoyed the philosophical questions.

  14. Shivangi Singh

    Some stories are masterpieces, others are just okay. Primo Levi explores dark themes with a unique voice. A mixed but fascinating collection.

  15. Soumen Mondal

    Worth reading! Many unique concepts. Levi’s stories give an understanding on human nature

  16. Robin Thakur

    Variable quality. Some stories were captivating, others quite dull. Levi’s genius shines through occasionally. An interesting mix.

  17. Daksh Dagar

    A disturbing, yet fascinating collection. Not always easy to read, but certainly unforgettable and very thought-provoking.

  18. Ekansh Khandelwal

    Levi’s stories are thought-provoking. Some are brilliant, others left me a bit cold. Explores dark themes, but with a touch of humanity. Overall, a decent read.

  19. Gaurav Singh

    Some stories were amazing! Others didn’t click. Levi’s exploration of themes is powerful, but inconsistent. Worth checking out.

  20. Vijay Laxmi Vashisht

    Profound and disturbing. Levi’s stories offer glimpses into the abyss. Be prepared for a challenging, but rewarding read.

  21. Amaan Ahmad

    Primo Levi talented, hard to fully engage due to the writing seeming bit too sterile. Interesting read.

  22. Bharat Singhal

    Enjoyed Levi’s clever ideas and explorations. The writing style felt distant at times. Still, a unique and worthwhile collection of tales.

  23. Ishita Singhania

    Uneven quality. Some stories captivated, others were confusing. Levi’s talent shines through at times. Prepare for a unique experience.

  24. Dhritiraj Pathak

    Enjoyed the dark humor and philosophical questions. Not every story worked perfectly, but the overall effect was powerful and compelling.

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