by Susan Orlean · Planeta · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788499987224
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In 'The Library Book', Susan Orlean tells the story of the devastating fire at the Los Angeles Public Library in 1986, where hundreds of thousands of books were destroyed. Through an investigation spanning more than a decade, Orlean not only seeks the culprit of this crime against memory, but also pays homage to reading and the people who value knowledge. This book is a fascinating account that intertwines unforgettable characters and profound reflections on the importance of books and libraries in our society.
Susan Orlean is an American journalist, television writer, and bestselling author of The Orchid Thief and The Library Book. She has been a staff writer for The New Yorker since 1992, and has contributed articles to many magazines including Vogue, Rolling Stone, Esquire, and Outside. In 2021, Orlean joined the writing team of HBO comedy series How To with John Wilson.
