{"title":"Luigi Malerba","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of \u003cem\u003eLuigi Malerba\u003c\/em\u003e, one of Italy's foremost novelists and short story writers, known for his distinctive narrative style and inventive storytelling. Malerba's work often delves into the realms of imagination, history, and irony, creating a unique literary experience that captivates and challenges readers in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his celebrated works is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIthaca Forever\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a novel that brilliantly reimagines the Homeric hero Odysseus on his return from the Trojan War. Malerba explores themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time, offering a fresh perspective on a classic tale while keeping readers thoroughly engrossed with his signature wit and lyrical prose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLuigi Malerba's books fall under the category of \u003cem\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e, but they are anything but ordinary. His narratives are enlivened by his keen observations on human nature and society, making them a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depth and breadth of contemporary literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a dedicated fan of modern European fiction or seeking new narratives to dive into, Malerba's works promise a rewarding journey into the heart of storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ithaca-forever-by-luigi-malerba-9780520383197","title":"Ithaca Forever","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter twenty years, Odysseus finally returns to Ithaca, but instead of receiving the homecoming he had hoped for, he finds himself caught in an intense battle of wills with his faithful and long-suffering wife, Penelope. When Penelope recognises him under the guise of a beggar, she becomes furious with him for not trusting her enough to include her in his plans for ridding the palace of the Suitors. As a result, she plays her own game of fictions to make him suffer for this lack of faith, inspiring jealousy, self-doubt, and misgivings in her husband, the legendary Homeric hero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this captivating retelling of the \u003ci\u003eOdyssey\u003c\/i\u003e, Penelope rises as a major force with whom to be reckoned. Shifting between first-person reflections, \u003ci\u003eIthaca Forever\u003c\/i\u003e reveals the deeply personal and powerful perspectives of both wife and husband as they struggle for respect and supremacy within a marriage that has been on hold for twenty years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTranslated by PEN award-winner Douglas Grant Heise, Luigi Malerba’s novel gives us a remarkable version of this greatest work of western literature: Odysseus as a man full of doubts and Penelope as a woman of great depth and strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853268734188,"sku":"9780520383197","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780520383197.jpg?v=1759193982"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/luigi-malerba.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}