Carlo Levi

Carlo Levi was an Italian painter, writer, activist, and doctor. He is best known for his book 'Christ Stopped at Eboli' (1945), where he recounts his time spent in exile in a remote part of southern Italy, Lucania, which was later renamed Basilicata, under the Fascist regime for his anti-Fascist views. His work shed light on the harsh conditions and poverty in this area, which was largely ignored by the Italian government of the time. Levi's writing and activism contributed to the awareness and eventual improvement of living conditions in southern Italy.

Books

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  1. 1. Christ Stopped at Eboli: The Story of a Year

    The book is a memoir about the author's year of exile in a remote region of southern Italy during the fascist regime. It depicts the harsh living conditions, poverty, and backwardness of the area, where the peasants' lives are ruled by superstition and tradition. Despite the difficulties, the author finds beauty and dignity in the people and their way of life, and he paints a vivid picture of their culture, beliefs, and struggles. The title refers to the locals' belief that they have been forgotten by modernity and even by God.