The Facts Behind The Helsinki Roccamatios
Author: Yann Martel
The appearance of a young storyteller with a unique fictional voice is cause for celebration. Yann Martel’s title story (described as “unforgettable…a truly stunning piece of fiction”*), won the 1991 Journey Prize to universal acclaim. The intensely human tragedy that lies at its heart is told with a spare, careful elegance that resonates long after it has ended–and is….Read More
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