Ernesto by Umberto Saba
Set in early 20th-century Trieste, the novel follows the coming-of-age journey of a sixteen-year-old boy named Ernesto. As he navigates the complexities of adolescence, Ernesto grapples with his burgeoning sexual identity and the societal expectations placed upon him. The narrative delves into his experiences with love, desire, and self-discovery, capturing the emotional turbulence and innocence of youth. Through Ernesto's introspective journey, the story explores themes of identity, class, and the struggle for personal freedom in a rapidly changing world.
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- Published
- 1975
- Nationality
- Italian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- Italian
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- Alternate Titles
- - Ernesto
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- List of the 100 best Italian books of the last 200 years (IL RIFUGIO DELL'IRCOCERVO)
- One Hundred Italian Novels (1901-1995) (Cento Romanzi Italiani)