About “Dictionary of the Khazars”
Dictionary of the Khazars: A Lexicon Novel is the debut novel by Serbian writer Milorad Pavić, published in 1984. The book was originally written in Serbian and later translated into multiple languages. The English edition was first published by Knopf in New York City in 1988. The novel is structured as a lexicon, presenting entries in a unique format that reflects its thematic and structural innovation. Pavić's work is known for its experimental style and exploration of historical and cultural themes. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Praise for “Dictionary of the Khazars”
“As with Borges or Garcia Marquez...[Pavic] knows how to support his textual legerdemain with superb portrait miniatures and entrancing anecdotes.”
Book details
- Published
- 1984
- Latest edition
- 1984 · ISBN 9780679724612
- ISBN
- 9780679724612
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Dictionary of the Khazars?
Dictionary of the Khazars by Milorad Pavić has 338 pages.
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