Notes from Childhood

The childhood of Argentina's rediscovered modernist writer is depicted in a series of luminous vignettes by Lange. The notes tell intimate, half-understood stories from the seemingly peaceful realm of childhood, inhabited by an eccentric narrator searching for clues on womanhood and her own identity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 04 May 2021
Publisher: And Other Stories

A captivating series of luminous vignettes unfolds, painting a vivid portrait of Argentina's rediscovered modernist writer's childhood. These self-contained, interconnected fragments commence with the family's departure to Mendoza in 1910 and culminate with their return to Buenos Aires and the untimely passing of her father in 1915. Through her meticulous notes, Lange unveils intimate and partially understood narratives that emerge from the seemingly serene realm of childhood. Within this realm, an eccentric narrator embarks on a quest, seeking clues about womanhood and her own identity. She observes with keen curiosity: her pubescent older sister, baring her naked body in the moonlight; the tragic demise of a horse; and herself, a changeable and unpredictable girl. The reader is transported to a world where the ordinary and extraordinary intertwine, as Lange vividly depicts the emotional rollercoaster of childhood. From the depths of sorrow to the heights of laughter, her words capture the essence of a girl navigating the complexities of gender and self-discovery.

Lange transforms her domestic setting into a captivating laboratory, where the boundaries between strangeness and eroticism blur in delicate and daring flashes of literary brilliance. Through her vivid descriptions, she invites the reader to explore the intricate tapestry of childhood, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary and the mundane reveals hidden depths of emotion and introspection. This captivating series of vignettes serves as a testament to Lange's exceptional talent as a writer, offering a glimpse into the formative years that shaped the remarkable mind and artistry of one of Argentina's most celebrated modernist writers.

Weight: 224g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781911508953