Aracoeli by Elsa Morante
The novel explores the introspective journey of a middle-aged man named Manuel as he grapples with his past and the memories of his deceased mother, Aracoeli. Through a series of reflections and flashbacks, Manuel delves into his childhood experiences, his mother's enigmatic and troubled life, and the impact of her mental illness on their family. As he travels to her native village in Spain, Manuel seeks to reconcile his feelings of loss, longing, and identity, ultimately confronting the complex and haunting legacy of his mother's influence on his life.
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- Published
- 1982
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- Italian
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- 300-400
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- Italian
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- One Hundred Italian Novels (1901-1995) (Cento Romanzi Italiani)