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Novecento

Novecento

DramaLiterary Fiction
Pages
56
Published
1999
Language
English

Synopsis

Discover the extraordinary tale of Novecento, an orphan found on a grand piano aboard a ship. He grows up to become a brilliant pianist, yet never once steps foot on land. This charming monologue explores a unique life of artistic genius and isolation, penned with the author's signature wit and elegant simplicity.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

MelancholicWhimsicalReflective
Fish Out of WaterComing of Age

Genres

Drama Literary Fiction

About the author

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Alessandro Baricco

Alessandro Baricco (Torino, 25 gennaio 1958) è uno scrittore, drammaturgo, sceneggiatore, autore televisivo, critico musicale, conduttore televisivo e conduttore radiofonico italiano, vincitore del Premio Viareggio nel 1993. ---------- Alessandro Baricco (Turin, 25 January 1958) is an Italian writer, playwright, screenwriter, television author, music critic, television presenter and radio presenter, winner of the Viareggio Prize in 1993.

Characters

NovecentoProtagonist
All characters in Novecento

Frequently asked questions

  • Is there a film adaptation of Novecento?

    The book was adapted into the 1998 film "The Legend of 1900" directed by Giuseppe Tornatore, starring Tim Roth. The film expands on the novella's narrative, offering a visual interpretation of the unique life of the protagonist.

  • How does Novecento relate to Alessandro Baricco's other works?

    Novecento is a monologue, a form Baricco has explored in other contexts, and it showcases his characteristic lyrical prose and philosophical depth often found in his novels. It stands out for its concise, almost poetic structure compared to some of his longer, more complex narratives.