The Neapolitan Novels by Elena Ferrante
"The Neapolitan Novels" is a four-part series that explores the intricate and lifelong friendship between two women from Naples, Italy. The series spans several decades, beginning in the 1950s, and provides a detailed examination of the women's lives, struggles, and the societal pressures they face. The narrative delves into themes of identity, friendship, love, violence, and socio-political changes in post-war Italy. The series is known for its rich character development and vivid portrayal of female friendship.
The 5750th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2011
- Nationality
- Italian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 1500-2000
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Italian
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This book is on the following lists:
- 3rd on A Premature Attempt at the 21st Century Canon (Vulture)
- The New Vanguard (New York Times)