Bulgarian literature conquers Washington with Georgi Gospodinov
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On October 15, 2026, the bookstore "Lost City Books" in Washington, D.C., USA, hosted a special event dedicated to contemporary Bulgarian literature. The evening was marked by a meeting with one of the most famous Bulgarian writers – Georgi Gospodinov.
Joining him on stage was Angela Rodel, who is the translator of his works into English. Their collaboration is key to promoting Bulgarian authors to an international audience and to the success of Bulgarian literature on the world stage.
The event attracted the attention of many book lovers and people interested in cultural exchange between Bulgaria and the United States. During the evening, attendees had the opportunity to learn more about the writer's creative process and the challenges of translating complex literary texts.
This meeting is further proof of the growing interest in Bulgarian culture abroad. Such initiatives help build bridges between countries and present Bulgaria as a nation with rich literary traditions and contemporary talents that move readers from all over the world.
Sources: Министерство на външните работи
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