A Private Affair by Beppe Fenoglio
Set against the backdrop of World War II in Italy, the story follows Milton, a young partisan fighter, as he navigates the complexities of love and war. Haunted by memories of his past romance with Fulvia, Milton becomes consumed by jealousy and suspicion when he learns of her possible affection for his friend Giorgio. As he embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth, Milton's internal struggles mirror the chaos and uncertainty of the war-torn landscape around him, highlighting themes of love, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of truth amidst the brutality of conflict.
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- Published
- 1963
- Nationality
- Italian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Italian
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