Career-booster award jabbed into my path
In a significant recognition of Italian literature, Wanda Marasco's novel "Facing the World" (Neri Pozza) has been awarded the prestigious Campiello Prize. This literary award, known for its significance in the Italian literary community, has elevated Marasco's work, increasing its visibility and impact within the literary world.
The novel delves into the life of Ferdinando Palasciano, a doctor who lived at the end of the 1800s. Palasciano was a man obsessed with the idea of cure, aiming to heal everyone, regardless of their social status or even enemies at war.
The story begins on November 2, 1887, a day that marked a turning point in Palasciano's life. At this time, his wife, Olga, had him committed due to his delusions. Olga, who had arrived in Naples from Russia, had a harsh childhood with her mother who suffered from mental illness.
Despite the lack of specific details about the legacy Palasciano left behind in terms of actual cures or medical advancements, his actions and beliefs have left a lasting impression. His association with the legacy of a man of cure is a central theme in Marasco's novel.
Interestingly, Palasciano's actions led to his sentencing to death, which was later pardoned by the king. This dramatic turn of events adds an intriguing layer to the narrative, reflecting the tumultuous times of the late 1800s.
Marasco, in her dedication of the prize, expresses her happiness and dedicates it to all sources of love and knowledge in life and literature. Her personal connection with the novel's themes of love and knowledge is evident in her heartfelt dedication.
With its compelling narrative and thought-provoking themes, "Facing the World" is a must-read for anyone interested in Italian literature and the history of medicine during the late 1800s. The Campiello Prize's recognition of this novel serves as a testament to its literary merit and the impact it will undoubtedly have on the literary community.
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