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New Finnish Grammar

By Diego Marani
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New Finnish Grammar by Diego Marani follows the story of a man who, after being found unconscious during World War II, wakes up without any memories or a sense of identity. An Italian doctor discovers Finnish text on the man's clothes and assumes he is Finnish, helping him to learn the language and piece together his past. As he navigates his way through a new culture, the man grapples with complex themes of language, identity, and belonging.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by stories of identity and language. It explores the search for self through the intriguing use of linguistic themes and the profound impact of communication on personal history and belonging.

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One night at Trieste in September 1943 a seriously wounded soldier is found on the quay. With nothing to identify him, and having lost his memory and language, he is a mystery to the crew of the German ship that rescues him.

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One night at Trieste in September 1943, a seriously wounded soldier is found on the quay. With nothing to identify him, and having lost his memory and language, he is a mystery to the crew of the German ship that rescues him.

The ship's doctor, a Finn, identifies the name embroidered on the man's jacket as Finnish. Taking him for a fellow countryman, he gradually teaches him to speak Finnish and eventually finds him a berth in an army hospital in Helsinki, from where he may be able to piece together his former life.

But the longer he spends in Helsinki, the less he feels at home; the more he learns of the Finnish language and rich history, the less familiar it seems; and by the time we learn his true identity, it's too late.

New Finnish Grammar is an unforgettable tale of one man's search for meaning and for identity amid the devastation of WW2.

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New Finnish Grammar by Diego Marani receives high praise for its linguistic depth and exploration of identity, language, and memory. Reviewers commend its evocative storytelling, with many describing it as beautifully written, thought-provoking, and emotionally impactful. The novel is often compared to other literary masterpieces, noted for its exploration of speech and self, and its translation is highly applauded, contributing to its poignant themes and narrative.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9781922079664

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 October 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 233.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Diego Marani is the author of a collection of short stories in Europanto (a language he invented), Las Adventures des Inspector Cabillot, and five other novels, including The Last of the Vostyachs.

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