Kleitia Vaso was born in Tirana, Albania. For over 15 years, she lived in the United States where she earned a Master's in Comparative Literature from the University of Georgia. These essays were written between June 2014 and October 2016 in Tirana. They explore experiences in both countries through the lens of literature, film, and various other artistic forms. Presently, Kleitia lives in Poland where she is continuing her doctoral studies in literature, art and culture.
Written in both English and Albanian, Flight/Fluturim is a collection of 64 essays. The essays, or pieces, interweave personal stories with various references from literature, cinematography, and art, addressing a vast range of topics, from migration to love and everything in between. Based on the personal experiences of the author, who has lived in...