History by Elsa Morante
"History" is a novel set in Rome during World War II and the post-war period, focusing on the life of a widowed schoolteacher and her young son. The narrative explores the struggles of the impoverished family against the backdrop of war, including the Nazi occupation of Rome, the Allied bombing, and the rise of Fascism. The book also delves into the themes of love, loss, and survival, offering a poignant depiction of the human condition.
The 709th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1974
- Nationality
- Italian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 600-650
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Italian
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This book is on the following lists:
- 13th on 100 Best Novels, in Translation, Since 1900 (CounterPunch)
- Top 100 Works in World Literature (Norwegian Book Clubs, with the Norwegian Nobel Institute)
- Världsbiblioteket (The World Library) (Tidningen Boken)
- Zeit Literaturkanon (https://www.librarything.com/award/335/ZEIT-Literaturkanon)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)