Collection of Sand

Italo Calvino's Collection of Sand is a profound exploration of the interplay between travel, emotion, and perception. Presented as a diary, this final work of his showcases a range of topics—from cuneiform and antique maps to Mexican temples and Japanese gardens—through Calvino's insightful and imaginative lens. Now translated into English for the first time, this collection invites listeners to reflect on the nature of observation and the contrasts between our perceptions and reality.