As part of this year's Fabula selection, we will present a collection of short stories Glass walls Ana Svetel. The book is part of a selection of the best literary works by Slovenian authors from the last two years, chosen by a group of renowned literary experts and literary critics. The collection Glass walls was included in the selection by Alenka Urh, who highlights the work as one of the most polished and sensitive prose works of recent years.

“The Glass Walls collection brings five extensive short stories that, with precisely calibrated, disciplined and polished writing, reveal numerous discomforts of modern times. The focus is on seemingly successful individuals whose orderly lives gradually begin to crumble when faced with ethical, emotional or social pressures. With a distinct sense of the psychology of the characters, the author intensifies the tension with a calm but unyielding rhythm and reveals the bottomless unrest that points to the deep, completely palpable cracks of modern existence. The stories touch on interpersonal relationships, academic and social hierarchies, corporeality, motherhood and the influence of the digital world, gradually opening up everyday situations into scenes of existential conflict. Glass Walls is thoughtful and reflective prose that captures the spirit of the times with exceptional literary power and insightfully reflects the fundamental dilemma of modern man – the rift between the individual and the world in which he is given to live.”

The discussion will be moderated by Filip Zule.

As part of the University for the 3rd Life Period and Women's Day.