Ficciones - Hilda Hilst

Ficciones: A Masterpiece of Brazilian Literature

By Hilda Hilst

Translated by Margaret Jull Costa

Published by New Directions

Pages: 224

Genre: Short Stories

ISBN: 978-0-8112-2846-5

A Must-Read for Fans of Modernist Literature

Hilda Hilst is one of the most important writers of the 20th century, and her work is finally getting the attention it deserves in the English-speaking world. Ficciones, a collection of her short stories, is a masterpiece of modernist literature that is both challenging and rewarding.

A Unique and Unforgettable Voice

Hilst's writing is unlike anything else you've ever read. She is a master of language, and her prose is both lyrical and precise. Her stories are often surreal and dreamlike, and they explore the dark side of human nature. But even in her darkest moments, Hilst is always searching for beauty and hope.

Stories That Will Haunt You

The stories in Ficciones are unforgettable. They will stay with you long after you've finished reading them. They are stories about love, loss, betrayal, and redemption. They are stories about the human condition, and they are stories that will challenge your understanding of the world.

A Book for Everyone

Ficciones is a book for everyone who loves great literature. It is a book that will challenge you, inspire you, and stay with you for a lifetime. If you are looking for a book that will change the way you think about the world, then Ficciones is the book for you.

Praise for Ficciones

"Hilst is a writer of extraordinary power and vision. Her stories are like dreams, full of strange beauty and dark secrets. Ficciones is a masterpiece of modern literature." —Margaret Atwood

"Hilst is one of the most important writers of the twentieth century. Her work is essential reading for anyone interested in modern literature." —Susan Sontag

"Hilst's stories are like nothing else you've ever read. They are dark, disturbing, and beautiful. Ficciones is a must-read for anyone who loves great literature." —The New York Times

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