Isabel Fonseca Bücher

Der Großteil der europäischen Zigeuner, rund 6,5 Millionen, lebt in Osteuropa, in Bulgarien, Polen, Tschechien, in der Slowakei, in Rumänien, Albanien, dem ehemaligen Jugoslawien. Die amerikanische Journalistin Isabel Fonseca ist den Spuren dieses Volkes, dessen Geschichte nahezu im Dunkel liegt, nachgegangen und hat mit ihm gelebt. Ihre Schilderungen sind farbig und anekdotenreich, aber auch bedrückend, wenn es um die gegenwärtige wirtschaftliche und soziale Situation geht.

Bruno Fonseca's life and work reveal a deep engagement with traditional artistic practices, influenced by his upbringing in a creative Manhattan family. His rigorous training in Barcelona under Augusto Torres shaped his unique artistic voice, characterized by diverse paintings, drawings, and sculptures. The book features insightful reflections from Alan Jenkins and Karen Wilkin, highlighting Fonseca's charm and complex relationships. Isabel's poignant memoir adds a personal touch, exploring his spirit and intelligence, while the juxtaposition of texts and images delves into the mysteries of artistic creation.

A study of gypsies - especially those of Eastern Europe - which is a blend of the scholarly and the personal. While researching the book, the author learned Romany and stayed with the gypsies, becoming deeply involved with their lives and befriending several gypsy kings.

Intriguing, sexy, smart and provocative, a bold and brilliant fictional debut which will make waves.