Just picked up my copy today, and had never heard of this book until you mentioned it in Simon's chat a few weeks ago! Looking forward to my second foray into Italian literature and second read-along/slow read (go Simon/W&P!), and learning more world history. Thanks for doing this!
My Brilliant Friend/the Neapolitan novels, back when they were first published in the US. After googling, I reminded myself I did read a little Dante's Inferno and Machiavelli in high school, but that doesn't really count, does it? ;)
A bit late here and I’ll get to the first read soon hopefully, Ellie. I’m so excited to be reading this book again because I barely remember my first read except as a big rambling exciting melting pot of a book - like the island of Sicily itself. Loved the introduction 🩷
I once visited Sicily and took a train that was transported from the mainland by ferry. It was so cool that I still remember it vividly. Very interesting introduction. I'm starting to read the novel 👌🏼
Wow this is fantastic! Thanks for putting so much work into this! I am picking up my copy of The Leopard on Monday and am very much looking forward to reading it.
Just picked up my copy today, and had never heard of this book until you mentioned it in Simon's chat a few weeks ago! Looking forward to my second foray into Italian literature and second read-along/slow read (go Simon/W&P!), and learning more world history. Thanks for doing this!
It's great to have you here, Cindy! What was your first Italian book?
My Brilliant Friend/the Neapolitan novels, back when they were first published in the US. After googling, I reminded myself I did read a little Dante's Inferno and Machiavelli in high school, but that doesn't really count, does it? ;)
I never read the Neapolitan novels, I'll probably lose points for that. And yes, Dante and Macchiavelli definitely count!!
Thanks for this Ellie. Have dug out my copy and looking forward to getting stuck in.
I'm so looking forward to hear what you all think!
First time reading The Leopard. Thanks for all that terrific background.
It's gonna be a journey, glad to have you along Paula
A bit late here and I’ll get to the first read soon hopefully, Ellie. I’m so excited to be reading this book again because I barely remember my first read except as a big rambling exciting melting pot of a book - like the island of Sicily itself. Loved the introduction 🩷
This is absolutely the kind of book that let you set your own pace, both mellow and exhilarating. Get to it at your own time, and enjoy the ride!
I once visited Sicily and took a train that was transported from the mainland by ferry. It was so cool that I still remember it vividly. Very interesting introduction. I'm starting to read the novel 👌🏼
I hope you like it, Dana! thank you for stopping by.
Wow this is fantastic! Thanks for putting so much work into this! I am picking up my copy of The Leopard on Monday and am very much looking forward to reading it.
Glad you enjoyed it!