Books matching: pre wwii italy
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Save:'The Garden of the Finzi-Continis' by Giorgio Bassani is a tale set in Ferrara, Italy, during the 1930s, focusing on the lives of the wealthy Jewish Finzi Continis family and their interactions with a select group of young men in the town. The story revolves around the budding friendship and romance between the narrator and Micol Finzi Contini, the daughter of the family, against the backdrop of the looming threat of WWII and the racial laws that restricted the Jewish community's participation in Italian society. The narrative is described as slow-moving, atmospheric, lyrical, and bittersweet, with an emphasis on elegiac descriptions and the poignant portrayal of love and loss.
The writing style of Giorgio Bassani in 'The Garden of the Finzi-Continis' is characterized as meditative, intricate, and descriptive, with a focus on the settings, history, and physical environments. The novel delves into the complexities of relationships, social dynamics, and political upheavals during a tumultuous period in Italy, offering a poignant reflection on the challenges faced by the Jewish population in Ferrara as they navigate the changing landscape of pre-war Europe.
The tomb was huge, solid and truly imposing, a kind of temple, something of a cross between the antique and the oriental, such as might be encountered in those stage-sets of Aida or Nabucco very much ... - #2
Save:Eric Ambler's 'Cause for Alarm' follows the story of Nicholas Marlow, an engineer who finds himself embroiled in corruption and espionage in pre-war Italy. Unfamiliar with the world of sales, Marlow becomes entangled in matters of international intrigue, leading to a series of dangerous situations involving spies and counter-spies. The plot unfolds with a mix of suspense, adventure, and political undertones, showcasing Ambler's skillful writing style and ability to create a gripping narrative that keeps readers engaged.
In the distance he could hear the sound of a train pulling out of the Stazione Centrale, and wished he was riding in it, lounging back in a first-class compartment on his way to Palermo. Perhaps after... - #3
Save:A Family Lexicon by Jenny McPhee, Peg Boyers, Natalia Ginzburg is a memoir that vividly portrays the life of the Levi family in Italy during the rise of Fascism and World War II. The book focuses on the details of family life, using family sayings to bring back the rhythm of daily life and capture the exceptional events that unfolded during that tumultuous period. The writing style is warm and friendly, with great humor and well-described characters that provide a glimpse into Italian literary and leftist politics from the 1940s to the 1970s.
In addition to the “nitwits,” there were also the “negroes.” For my father, a “negro” was someone who was awkward, clumsy, and faint-hearted; someone who dressed inappropriately, didn’t know how to hi...
