The Cheese And The Worms by Carlo Ginzburg
The Cosmos of a Sixteenth-Century Miller
Set in the late 16th century, this captivating historical narrative delves into the life of Menocchio, a miller from the Friuli region of Italy, who becomes embroiled in the Inquisition due to his unorthodox beliefs. Drawing from inquisitorial records, the story explores Menocchio's unique worldview, shaped by a blend of folk traditions, personal interpretations of religious texts, and a curious mind that challenges the established doctrines of the Catholic Church. His imaginative cosmology, likening the creation of the universe to the fermentation of cheese and worms, serves as a poignant reflection on the clash between popular culture and institutional authority during the Renaissance.
The 17008th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1976
- Nationality
- Italian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- Italian
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- Alternate Titles
- - Il formaggio e i vermi
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