“The sea where living creatures were at one time immersed is now enclosed within their bodies.”
Quote by Italo Calvino
Work
The Complete Cosmicomics
This book is a compilation of Italo Calvino's Cosmicomics, a series of science fiction tales that explore the universe through a variety of fantastical and philosophical narratives. more
Author
Italo Calvino
Italian writer and journalist, known for his unique narrative style and rich imagination. Calvino is considered one of the greatest writers of the 20th century, whose works have had a profound impact on literature both in Italy and around the world. more
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