89 Words followed by Prague, A Disappearing Poem

This volume features two newly translated works by Milan Kundera, one of modern literature's great thinkers, available in English for the first time. In “89 Words,” Kundera humorously reflects on the challenges of translation and his personal connection to language, while “Prague: A Disappearing Poem” conveys his profound nostalgia for his native culture amidst political turmoil. Prefaced by historian Pierre Nora and translated by award-winning Matt Reeck, this collection celebrates Kundera's insightful wit and artistic legacy, emphasizing the universal significance of his reflections on identity and belonging.