Spanish writer Eloy Moreno, who authored the official sequel to Antoine de Saint-Exupery's classic novella The Little Prince, has expressed a desire to visit Russia.
Speaking to the national newspaper Izvestia ahead of the upcoming release of his book in Russia, Moreno revealed that he hopes to travel to the country someday.
Moreno said he would very much like to visit Moscow, see Red Square, and visit some of the capital's historic churches. He added that it would be interesting to stroll through city neighborhoods, observe daily life in the city, and sample local cuisine.
Moscow is the capital of Russia, centered around Red Square, a historical plaza flanked by the Kremlin and the multi-domed Saint Basil's Cathedral. The landmark draws millions of visitors each year as the cultural heart of the nation.
Moreno's new work serves as the official continuation of Saint-Exupery's 1943 novella, which follows a young prince visiting various planets in space. The original French story remains one of the most translated and sold books in publishing history. Moreno himself has established a major following in contemporary Spanish fiction with novels exploring emotional and social themes.
Literary Influences and Reader Feedback
The Spanish author also spoke about his familiarity with Russian literature, explaining that he has already read works by classic authors Fyodor Dostoevsky and Leo Tolstoy.
Dostoevsky and Tolstoy were 19th-century literary masters whose works, including Crime and Punishment and War and Peace, are considered milestones of world literature. Their novels delve into complex human emotions, morality, and social philosophy.
In addition to his interest in Russian literature, Moreno shared that he regularly receives messages from Russian readers on social media platforms. He noted that readers write to thank him for addressing emotional and delicate topics in his work.
In other literary news reported in Russia, author Denis Dragunsky recently named two unexpected books that he recommended for Russian high school seniors. Dragunsky added that if he were not modest, he would also recommend his own short stories to students.
