Conversation with José Luís Peixoto (Portugal) and Zdravka Evtimova (Bulgaria)
We are never the same in life, nor do we step into the same river. The spiritual migration and evolution of humanity touch at that point where individuals embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation of the individual within himself. Such a dynamic process reflects how soul migration, in conjunction with personal and collective experience, shapes human identity and growth. This is the tone of the narration in "Edna ista reka" by Zdravka Evtimova, a prose that explores the evolutionary dynamics of the three sisters Ljuba, Sara and Pirina, revealing how their common past, which rests on the foundations of the marginalized layers of society, contributes to their personal growth. Her novel "Thursday" further delves into the theme of the impact of everyday decisions on relationships of self-awareness in a world of constant change.
he narrative tone of “Book” by José Luis Peixoto emphasizes the interplay of memory and identity in a seemingly innocent story, reflecting on how spiritual and personal migrations shape the collective history of individuals in society.
Evtimova's focus on family ties and Peixoto's explorations of personal and collective change highlight a shared interest in the touch of spiritual migration and human evolution at the margins of a collective.
Moderator: Aleksandar Madjarovski.
