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In the new issue, on newsstands and digitally on Sunday 27th, Federica Manzon‘s interview with the writer two years after the terrible accident that paralyzed him. The insert also includes the special on the comics festival (and not only) and the new book by the Nobel Prize winner
Two years have passed since the terrible accident that paralyzed him, in December 2022: the writer Hanif Kureishi, born in 1954, on the eve of his seventieth birthday (which he will turn on December 5th) he publishes Shattered (Bompiani, in bookshops from 6 November), in which he narrates the catastrophe that left him immobile in a wheelchair, but also his childhood, his family, his expectations for the future. The new issue of «la Lettura», #674, on newsstands and on the App on Sunday 27th, opens with a meeting with the writer Federica Manzon with Kureishi in the writer’s London home. A much-loved author, whose works never cease to be staged: the theatrical version of his novel has been at the Barbican in London since 22 October The Buddha of the suburbs (Mondadori 1990, then Bompiani 2001) directed by Emma Rice, about whom Paola De Carolis writes in the supplement.
In the issue, a special is dedicated to Lucca Comics & Games, historic review this year entitled The butterfly effect (30 October-3 November): the nine pages of the focus, which open with the graphic novel by Sualzo, among the guests of Lucca, are dedicated to some protagonists of the festival, such as the Japanese designer Yoshitaka Amano, interviewed by Annachiara Sacchi, author of the posters that pay homage to Giacomo Puccini’s heroines created for the exhibition. There is also talk of the TV series Secret levelset in fifteen different video game worlds (from 10 December on Prime Video): Cecilia Bressanelli interviews the creator Tim Miller, guest in Lucca. Other voices: the illustrator Leo Ortolani he dedicated his Zodiac (Feltrinelli Comics, in bookshops from 29 October) to the signs of the horoscope, but as a geologist by training he doesn’t believe in oracles: he talks about it with Jessica Chia. The cartoonist Craig Thompson illustrates his rural America, and the new book Ginseng roots (Rizzoli Lizard, in bookshops from 29 October), in the interview by Chiara Severgnini; and in the article by Virginia Nesi the exhibition is anticipated Kalimatuna: our words of freedomof three artists, one Egyptian, one Tunisian and one Moroccan, at the Palazzo Ducale in Lucca until 3 November.
In the Books, we talk about the new novel I’m not saying goodbye (Adelphi, in bookstores from November 5) by Korean Han Kang, who obtained the Nobel Prize for Literature on 10 October: of the book, which deals with a forgotten massacre of civilians in 1948, writes Marco Del Corona. Also in the Books Emanuele Trevi writes about the first volume, published by Quodlibet, of the notebooks of the philosopher Giorgio Agamben; the Theme of the Day, in the App on Monday 28 October, is a focus by Ida Bozzi on manuscript notebooks as a literary genre from Antonio Gramsci to Emil Cioran and others.
In the Horizons, a look to the East: the Euro Balkan Film Festival, in Rome from 6 to 12 November, it will be an opportunity to see how the former Yugoslavia is told today: he writes about it Angelo Ferracuti. While the visual data recounts the cases in the world of athletes who have stumbled upon Clostebol, the substance banned by the World Anti-Doping Association, with an article by Marco Bonarrigo.
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Interview between Time.news Editor and Hanif Kureishi
Editor: Welcome, Hanif, and thank you for joining us today. It’s hard to believe it’s been two years since your tragic accident. How has this period shaped your writing and perspective on life?
Kureishi: Thank you for having me. The last two years have been incredibly transformative. The accident left me paralyzed, which forced me to confront many things I had taken for granted—my mobility, my routine, and even my relationships. Writing Shattered was cathartic; it allowed me to delve into my past, reflect on my childhood, and explore my expectations for the future, even while facing such a profound challenge.
Editor: Your new book, Shattered, is set to launch on November 6th. Can you share with us the core themes of this work and what you hope readers will take away from it?
Kureishi: Absolutely. In Shattered, I explore themes of resilience and identity. It’s about the human experience in the face of adversity, about how our past shapes us, and how we can find hope even when circumstances seem relentless. I want readers to find a sense of shared humanity in my struggles and to understand that even in our darkest moments, there is potential for light and connection.
Editor: That’s a powerful message. Transitioning to a more lighthearted subject, I understand that your earlier work, The Buddha of Suburbia, is currently being staged at the Barbican in London. How do you feel about the theatrical adaptations of your writing?
Kureishi: It’s exhilarating to see my works presented in new forms. Theatre brings a different energy and interpretation that can breathe new life into the story. Emma Rice’s adaptation has a fresh perspective on The Buddha of Suburbia, and I find it fascinating how different mediums can shed light on various aspects of the tale.
Editor: Speaking of creativity, this weekend, the Lucca Comics & Games festival kicks off. It seems like comic culture is thriving. How do you view the intersection of literature and comics in today’s artistic landscape?
Kureishi: The festival is indeed an exciting convergence of creativity! Literature and comics can beautifully complement each other. Comics can convey complex narratives through imagery and sequential art, while literature offers depth and nuance through prose. I appreciate how both formats resonate with audiences—capturing emotions, stories, and experiences in unique ways. They both have the power to expand our understanding of the world.
Editor: That’s an interesting take. You also have notable events featuring artists like Yoshitaka Amano and Tim Miller at Lucca. How do you see the works of these creators influencing contemporary storytelling?
Kureishi: Artists like Amano and Miller are pioneers in their fields, pushing boundaries in how stories are told. Amano’s designs are breathtaking, often adding a mythical dimension to storytelling, while Miller’s work plays with the notion of merging various media, like video game worlds with traditional narratives. Their contributions are significant in broadening the storytelling palette for both creators and audiences.
Editor: Looking ahead to your upcoming birthday on December 5th, how do you envision celebrating this milestone, especially considering the last two years?
Kureishi: I think it’ll be a personal celebration, a quiet reflection on my life, my journey, and the incredible support I’ve received. Perhaps sharing moments with close friends and family, discussing art and life. Each passing year is a reminder of resilience and the importance of connections.
Editor: Thank you, Hanif, for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us today. It’s always a pleasure to discuss literature and art with you, particularly during such a pivotal time in your life.
Kureishi: Thank you for having me! It’s been a pleasure to reflect on these topics, and I look forward to what lies ahead for all of us in the creative world.