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'This volume is an invaluable tool for the study of Cesare Pavese's Americanism, in particular, but also of his notions on writing, in general. Particularly notable is its illumination of Pavese's linguistic development in the English language. Pietralunga's edition will prove fascinating to anyone interested in the socio-cultural exchange between Italy and the United States during the first half of the twentieth century.'-Anthony Julian Tamburri, Dean, John D. Calandra Italian American Institute, Queens College/CUNY

Examines how the artists and intellectuals of post-war Italy dealt with the 'shameful' heritage of their fascist upbringing and education by trying to craft a new cultural identity for themselves and the country.

This collection brings together a variety of critical perspectives on Ginzburg's work for an English-speaking audience. What emerges is a nuanced and complex portrait of Ginzburg and her work.

Beyond the Family Romance explores parallels between Pascoli's work and such writers as Tarchetti, Boito, Poe, and Invernizio.