Periene Press and Belgravia Books are delighted to present Finnish author Asko Sahlberg in London to mark the publication of his historical novel in miniature, The Brothers, part of Peirene Press's 'Small Epics' series. He'll be in conversation with his translator Emily Jeremiah and publisher Meike Ziervogel discussing his 'Shakespearean drama from icy Finland'.

Set in Finland in1809, The Brothers tells the story of Henrik and Erik, who fought on opposite sides in the war between Sweden and Russia. With peace declared, they both return to their snowed-in farm. But who is the master? A dark and gripping saga about sexual tensions, old grudges and family secrets.

"This is a historical novel in miniature form. It deals in dark passions and delivers as many twists as a 500-page epic. And if that were not enough, each character speaks in a distinct voice and expresses a unique take on reality. I’m thrilled to be publishing a book that is as Finnish as a forest in winter – but that resembles a work from the American South: William Faulkner’s As I Lay Dying." Meike Ziervogel

Date and time: Thursday 23rd February 2012 at 6.30pm

Venue: Belgravia Books, 59 Ebury Street, London SW1W 0NZ

Free, with wine and nibbles provided.

To book your place, email jimena@belgraviabooks.com

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