The Book Of Adam, Hakob Karapents (softcover)

Hakob Karapents (1925-1994), one of the most unique and prolific Armenian writers, was active on the literary and journalistic scene for more than fifty years. He contributed extensively to many of the major Armenian and American newspapers, magazines, and periodicals during this period. Hakob Karapents’ distinctive style as a prose writer has made him a widely known and sought-after writer in both the Diaspora and Armenia. His prize-winning short stories and novels are contained in nine volumes. This translation is his third book translated into English. Translator Ara Ghazarians writes in his introduction:
“Written forty years ago, The Book of Adam is hailed by prominent Armenian literary figures as Hakob Karapents’ masterpiece and crowning achievement. Today, almost four decades since its publication in 1983, the thoughts, sentiments and views portrayed in the novel are as timely and true as ever. They reflect the reality of the Armenian Diaspora in general and the Armenian American community in particular, and remain unmatched to this day.”