Feb 14 • 10:50 UTC 🇱🇻 Latvia LSM

Erotica in Latvian and Words We Are Afraid to Say: Writers on Love, Loneliness, and Literature

Writers in Latvia explore themes of love and loneliness through literature, culminating in the upcoming 'Loneliness Festival'.

The article discusses the professional engagement of Latvian writers with themes of love and its complexities, particularly focusing on an upcoming event, the "Loneliness Festival" scheduled for February 14 at K. K. fon Stricka villa. The festival aims to combat loneliness through literary discussions and showcases.

Highlighted in the conversation are the choices of books the writers bring to the studio, including Kris Kraus's book "I Love Dick," praised for its outstanding writing and exploration of obsession. This book, set in the postmodern tradition, portrays a woman's obsession with a man, showcasing the intensity and often theatrical nature of such emotions in literature.

By sharing their literary preferences and experiences, the writers not only reflect on the theme of love but also underline the broader implications of how these stories connect with personal feelings of isolation and companionship, ultimately aiming to resonate with audiences during the festival and beyond.

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