The Penguin Book of Italian Short Stories
Book description
'Rich. . . eclectic. . . a feast' Telegraph
This landmark collection brings together forty writers that reflect over a hundred years of Italy's vibrant and diverse short story tradition, from the birth of the modern nation to the end of the twentieth century.
Poets, journalists, visual artists, musicians, editors,…
Why read it?
1 author picked The Penguin Book of Italian Short Stories as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Even though I may not be able to visit Italy anytime soon, I decided to go there in spirit.
This book was chosen because it contains a diverse range of literary talents from all walks of life in Italy (poets, musicians, teachers, scientists, and even politicians). Each short story was told in a lively Italian voice. This collection spoke to me about everything that is Italy: landscapes, passions, food, and the country's turbulent political life.
After diving into the first pages, I was immediately transported into the narratives, completely forgetting that I was reading a translation. I was captivated by…
From Patricia's list on short stories to make you dream about travelling.
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