Leggiamo Insieme
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Join us for an exclusive 8-week advanced reading group starting October 1, where we will discover the novel “Via Gemito” by Domenico Starnone.
Widely regarded as one of the masterpieces of contemporary Italian literature, “Via Gemito” tells the story of Federì, a charismatic and imaginative railway worker with an unshakable dream of becoming a painter. Many years later, his eldest son looks back on his childhood, trying to understand the man he both admired and struggled to accept. As memory intertwines with imagination and truth becomes inseparable from fiction, Starnone creates a deeply moving portrait of family life, artistic ambition, and the complexity of father-son relationships.
Set in post-war Naples, the novel blends autobiography and fiction with extraordinary psychological depth, exploring universal themes such as memory, identity, truth, family dynamics, creativity, and the stories we tell ourselves to make sense of our lives. Rich in humor, emotion, and vivid descriptions of Naples, Via Gemito is considered a modern classic of Italian literature.
Guided by our experienced instructor, Martina, you’ll engage in in-depth discussions that go beyond the text, exploring the novel’s central themes of memory, identity, artistic aspiration, and family relationships, while also reflecting on its historical and cultural context and its enduring relevance in contemporary Italian literature.
This group is perfect for advanced learners eager to challenge their Italian through rich literary analysis and meaningful conversation while exploring one of the most celebrated novels of modern Italian fiction.
Level: Avanzato and up.
Reading book: “Via Gemito”, Domenico Starnone
8 Weeks
