Short Stories in Italian by Nick Roberts

Le Avventure di Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi They certainly make you contemplate not only the language but also the rich and varied scope of Italian literature. These thought provoking tales deal with themes such as the boredom of married life, the holocaust, teen pregnancy and the dystopian dominance of TV culture. The editor has done a good job in choosing stories that are accessible for readers at the beginner and intermediate levels while still being interesting to read. In addition to solving this common problem, this volume of short stories is an excellent introduction to the Italian literature of the 20th century.The editor has done a good job in curating stories that are accessible for readers at the beginner and intermediate levels while still being interesting to read.

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Short Stories in Italian by Nick Roberts