A Manhattan-terv

László Krasznahorkai, a celebrated Hungarian novelist, delves into the act of creation through his encounter with Herman Melville while on a fellowship in New York. This unique work reveals the coincidences and inspirations that shape his writing process, placing his vision alongside other artists who have crossed Melville's path. Accompanied by Ornan Rotem's photographs, the book traces these encounters across Manhattan, seeking to unlock the city's mysteries and the secret of creativity itself.