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Short Stories in Italian: New Penguin Parallel Texts

by Goffredo Parise, Leonardo Sciascia, Nick Roberts
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Short Stories in Italian: New Penguin Parallel Texts
Short Stories in Italian: New Penguin Parallel Texts

Bilingual learning; contemporary Italian fiction collection.

If you're keen on polishing your Italian while enjoying captivating stories, "Short Stories in Italian: New Penguin Parallel Texts" can be a delightful two-for-one treat. The parallel text format simplifies learning, giving you access to modern Italian culture through the works of celebrated authors like Calvino and Levi. It's like having a language lesson tucked inside a treasure trove of literary gems – perfect for both linguistic and literary enthusiasts.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Short Stories in Italian: New Penguin Parallel Texts

by Goffredo Parise, Leonardo Sciascia, Nick Roberts
$11.90
Compare to estimated retail price: S$18.89  

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ISBN: 9780140265408
Authors: Goffredo Parise, Leonardo Sciascia, Nick Roberts
Publisher: Penguin Books
Date of Publication: 2001-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction, Contemporary
Related Topics: Literature, Italian Literature
Goodreads rating: 3.68
(rated by 231 readers)

Description

This is an all new version of the popular Parallel text series, containing nine pieces of contemporary fiction in the original Italian and in English translation. Including stories by Calvino, Benni, Sciascia, and Levi, this volume gives a fascinating insight into Italian culture and literature as well as providing an invaluable educational tool. 1. The Long Crossing / Il lungo viaggio - Leonardo Sciascia 2. Italy / Italia - Goffredo Parise 3. The Girl with the Plait / La ragazza con la treccia - Dacia Marini 4. The Last Channel / L'ultimo canale - Italo Calvino 5. Lilith / Lilít - Primo Levi 6. The Island of Komodo / L'isola di Komodo - Susanna Tamaro 7. Women by the Pool / Donne in piscina - Sandra Petrignani 8. A Naughty Schoolboy / Un cattivo scolaro - Stefano Benni 9. Saturday Afternoons / I pomeriggi del sabato - Antonio Tabucchi
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Bilingual learning; contemporary Italian fiction collection.

If you're keen on polishing your Italian while enjoying captivating stories, "Short Stories in Italian: New Penguin Parallel Texts" can be a delightful two-for-one treat. The parallel text format simplifies learning, giving you access to modern Italian culture through the works of celebrated authors like Calvino and Levi. It's like having a language lesson tucked inside a treasure trove of literary gems – perfect for both linguistic and literary enthusiasts.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.