“The whole future–I thought–will be that way, life lives together with the damp odor of the land of the dead, attention with inattention, passionate leaps of the heart along with abrupt losses of meaning. But it won’t be worse that the past.”
Quote by Elena Ferrante
Work
The Days of Abandonment
This novel delves into the psychological impact of a woman's sudden realization of her husband's infidelity, examining the complexities of love, loss, and identity in the process. more
Author
Elena Ferrante
Elena Ferrante is a renowned contemporary Italian novelist, known for her unique narrative style and profound character portrayals. Her works cover a wide range of themes, including family, love, power, and social class. Ferrante's novels have received widespread acclaim both in Italy and around the world, despite the mystery surrounding her true identity. more
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