José Saramago / The Work / Translated by Saramago
New joint edition of “Chéri” and “The End of Chéri”
Colette
Continuing the collection Writing is translating., Following the release of the new edition of Anna Karenina, Porto Editora is bringing back two other novels translated by José Saramago., Honey and The end of Chéri. In this one, which is a brilliant translation by José Saramago This book brings us Colette, one of the most celebrated and controversial authors in French literature, with two masterpieces that portray timeless themes: the relationship between power and love, and the irremediable tragedy of aging. The author's genius has transformed this story of Léa and Chéri into something unique, two timeless characters who continue to resonate with generations. — as mentioned on the back cover of this edition.
Both books were translated by José Saramago in 1960 and published by Estúdios Cor, in the Latitude Collection coordinated by Nataniel Costa.
