The Baron in the Trees
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The Baron in the Trees by Italo Calvino
A landmark new translation of a Calvino classic, a whimsical, spirited novel that imagines a life lived entirely on its own terms Cosimo di Rond , a young Italian nobleman of the eighteenth century, rebels against his parents by climbing into the trees and remaining there for the rest of his life. He adapts efficiently to an existence in the forest canopy--he hunts, sows crops, plays games with earth-bound friends, fights forest fires, solves engineering problems, and even manages to have love affairs. From his perch in the trees, Cosimo sees the Age of Enlightenment pass by and a new century dawn. The Baron in the Trees exemplifies Calvino's peerless ability to weave tales that sparkle with enchantment. This new English rendering by acclaimed translator Ann Goldstein breathes new life into one of Calvino's most beloved works.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780544959118 |
| ISBN 10 | 0544959116 |
| Title | The Baron in the Trees |
| Author | Italo Calvino |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Mariner Books Classics |
| Year published | 2017-10-03 |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |