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Infinity in a Reed

Infinity in a Reed

Our review

For us, this is, without a doubt, the essay of the 21st century. If you love literature, it's a must-read, but not out of obligation, but for pure pleasure. Irene Vallejo achieves something almost miraculous: turning academic history into an emotional narrative that hooks you between its pages.

This paperback edition is ideal as a wise travel companion. It is a true manual for continued learning, highlighting memorable phrases, and getting recommendations for classic readings. A book that proves that the written word is humanity's most resilient invention.

Far from being a heavy academic text, the author blends erudition with personal anecdotes and an approachable tone, connecting the classical world with our present day. She pays homage to all those who have safeguarded words for centuries: scribes, librarians, booksellers, and readers.

🏆 NATIONAL ESSAY AWARD

Book Details

Synopsis

Papyrus is a fascinating journey through the history of literature and bookmaking. Irene Vallejo takes us on a trip from the papyrus fields in Egypt, where the scroll was born, to the mythical Library of Alexandria and the persecution of forbidden books.

About the Author

Irene Vallejo holds a PhD in Classical Philology and is one of the most beloved voices in current Spanish literature. She has succeeded in bringing classical culture out of university classrooms and closer to the general public with a unique sensibility. In addition to this international bestseller (translated into more than 30 languages), she writes newspaper columns and has other works of fiction and children's literature.

Technical Sheet

  • Publisher: Debolsillo
  • Pages: 595
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: 2025
  • ISBN: 9788466380546
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