Classic short stories set in Naples in the 1940s and 50s that inspired Elena Ferrante's Neapolitan novels
Anna Maria Ortese Book order
June 13, 1914 – March 9, 1998
Anna Maria Ortese's writing delves into the profound depths of human experience, weaving together dreamscapes, reality, and the uncanny. A proponent of magical realism, her distinctive style captures the intricate tapestry of loneliness and the complex connections between individuals and their world. Her work, celebrated as some of the most significant Italian literature of the 20th century, is known for its poetic beauty and penetrating insight.







- 2018