Sansevero I

by Andrea Giovene, Bernard Wall (Translator), Marguerite Waldman (Translator)

Sansevero is a monumental novel in five parts, published here in two volumes. The first comprises the first three parts, the second the remaining two. In this edition the final part appears in English for the first time.

The novel is narrated by Giuliano Sansevero himself, the younger son of a Neapolitan ducal family. The era of the great aristocratic families has passed and the Sansevero family, besides having lost its role in society, has lost its fortune: Giuliano is destined to revive the family finances. He is unable to shore up the ruins of his dynasty and leaves in order to discover more of the world.

631 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1987

Reviews

[Elaine · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is just one in a life time books. It resonated within me as it mirrors so much of who I am and my fight in being and becoming me. I love the author's voice, the characters and the way life unfolds is just masterfully done. I found so many quotes to use as well. And BONUS I didn't know there was a number II - YAY!

[Liam Ostermann]

I only discovered this novel and it's author this year and couldn't resist buying the first bulky volume of this work - I now need to find the time to read this masterpiece.