Are you curious about Italian literature? You might know Luigi Pirandello and Andrea Camilleri, but have you ever heard of Enrico Brizzi, Sibilla Aleramo or Remo Rapino? Next to well-known works, Italian literature of the 20th century has so many hidden gems!
In this 6 week ‘antologia’ through Italian literature of the 20th century you’ll read, analyse and discuss selected passages from well-known Italian authors as well as writers who are barely known to foreign readers, but whose books have also been the center of the cultural debate in Italy.
This course provides an interesting tool for students who are passionate about the Italian language and culture, to get a deeper understanding of Italian society and learn to appreciate different writing styles.
During these sessions you will read excerpts from these books:
‘Jack Frusciante è uscito dal gruppo’ di Enrico Brizzi
‘Il cane di terracotta’ di Andrea Camilleri
‘La signora Frola e il signor Ponza, suo genero’ di Luigi Pirandello
‘Una donna’ di Sibilla Aleramo
‘Vita morte e miracoli di Bonfiglio Liborio’ di Remo Rapino
‘Quer pasticciaccio brutto de via Merulana’ di Carlo Emilio Gadda
This course is suitable for students with a B2+ level in Italian.
In the first lesson you will receive a syllabus for this course. The syllabus is included in the price.