by Erri De Luca · Feltrinelli · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788807881503
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Il giorno prima della felicità is a poignant novel by acclaimed Italian author Erri De Luca. Set in the vibrant and chaotic Naples of the post-war era, the story follows a young orphan known as 'Smilzo' as he navigates the complexities of life under the tutelage of Don Gaetano, a wise and enigmatic concierge. Through Don Gaetano's tales and teachings, Smilzo learns valuable lessons about resilience, morality, and the pursuit of happiness amidst adversity. With lyrical prose and unforgettable characters, De Luca paints a vivid portrait of a city on the brink of change and the enduring quest for human connection and hope.
Enrico "Erri" De Luca is an Italian novelist, translator and poet. He has been recognized by critic Giorgio De Rienzo of Corriere della Sera as "the writer of the decade". He is also known for his opposition to the Lyon-Turin high speed train line, and is being sued for having called for its sabotage. On 19 October 2015, De Luca was cleared of inciting criminal damage. He reacted to the not-guilty verdict declaring that "An injustice has been avoided."
