Not only in Vietnam, what is special about Thomas Schlesser's book " Mona's Eyes" that it touches the hearts of global readers is its ability to open a profound dialogue between literature and painting.
The work has created a rare phenomenon in the history of international publishing, translated into 37 languages. With a structure of 52 chapters corresponding to 52 weeks on the artistic journey of the girl Mona in the face of the risk of losing her vision, the book is not only a symphony of visual art but also an in-depth philosophy of the value of sight, of human ability to overcome adversity.
The title " Mona's Eye" is not only a reminder of Mona Lisa's mysterious eyes in Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, but also a symbol of how we perceive the world.
One of the most profound topics of " Mona's Eyes" is the role of art as a means to face and overcome the fear of loss. For Mona, art is not just paintings hanging on museum walls but also a way for her to preserve the world before darkness falls.
The ending of the book is not simply a tragedy about Mona losing her vision, but an in-depth philosophy of free choice and death. Author Schlesser has created an open ending, where readers are invited to reflect on the meaning of "seeing" and "not seeing", the value of art and personal maturity.
Another special aspect of the book " Mona's double eyes" is the fact that the work was published simultaneously with the Braille blockbuster version. This is not only an effort to make literature more accessible to the blind but also a strong symbol of the book's theme.
The Braille version of " Mona's double eyes" is a testament to Schlesser's message that "seeing" is not limited to vision. blind readers can "see" Mona's world through their fingers, through their imagination and emotions. This is a strong affirmation of human ability to overcome the limits of the body.
On the occasion of the release of the translated work "Doi mat cua Mona" by author Thomas Schlesser, the exchange and discussion program with the participation of two speakers Nguyen The Son and Pham Minh Quan will be held at 9:30 a.m. on June 15 in Hanoi.
Thomas Schlesser is not only a talented writer but also a profound artist with a profound influence in French academics and culture. Born and raised in France, he is currently the Director of the Hartung-bergman Foundation, a prestigious organization specializing in art conservation and research.
With a PhD in Art History, Schlesser has published about 15 books on art before creating a global literary fever with " Mona's Eye" and is recognized as one of the most influential scholars in the contemporary art world.
His talent has been recognized through many prestigious awards, notably the Prix Bernier award of the French Academy of Fine Arts ( Academy Academy des Beaux-Arts) in 2017.
" Mona's Eyes" marked a turning point in Schlesser's career when he cleverly combined his extensive expertise in art with his emotional storytelling talent, creating a work that is both educational and touches the hearts of global readers.
