Ginzburg, Natalia
The Little Virtues
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911547143
- author:
- Ginzburg, Natalia
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Daunt Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 134
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.23 kg
- Genre:
- Biography, Personal Memoirs, Health & Wellbeing,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Little Virtues by Natalia Ginzburg In this collection of essays, Natalia Ginzburg challenges conventional wisdom on the education of children. She argues that they should be taught the great virtues, rather than the little ones, which often focus on material gain and caution. Instead, Ginzburg advocates for a more profound approach, one that cultivates courage, honesty, and selflessness. Through her reflections on life, literature, and the human experience, Ginzburg shares her unique perspective as a survivor of World War II and a writer. Her prose is characterized by simplicity, wit, and poetic resonance, making her a leading voice in modern Italian literature. This collection is a testament to Ginzburg's enduring wisdom and literary style, which has captivated readers for generations.
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