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My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante (Paperback, 2012)
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Edition: Original. Language: English. Pages: 336. Publication Date: October 11, 2012.
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OVER 5 MILLION COPIES SOLD IN ENGLISH WORLDWIDE OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD IN THE UK 14 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES GUARDIAN 100 BEST BOOKS OF THE 21st CENTURY 58 WEEKS ON THE BOOKSELLER'S TOP 20 ORIGINAL FICTION BESTSELLERS LIST SHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2015 43 INTERNATIONAL RIGHTS DEALS Now in B-format Paperback From one of Italy's most acclaimed authors, comes this ravishing and generous-hearted novel about a friendship that lasts a lifetime. The story of Elena and Lila begins in the 1950s in a poor but vibrant neighbourhood on the outskirts of Naples. Growing up on these tough streets the two girls learn to rely on each other ahead of anyone or anything else, as their friendship, beautifully and meticulously rendered, becomes a not always perfect shelter from hardship. Ferrante has created a memorable portrait of two women, but My Brilliant Friend is also the story of a nation. Through the lives of Elena and Lila, Ferrante gives her readers the story of a city and a country undergoing momentous change. Nothing quite like it has ever been published. - Guardian Elena Ferrante has established herself as the foremost writer in Italy - and the world. - The Sunday Times This is high stakes, subversive literature. - The TelegraphProduct Identifiers
PublisherEuropa Editions
ISBN-139781609450786
eBay Product ID (ePID)117520118
Product Key Features
Book TitleMy Brilliant Friend
AuthorElena Ferrante
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
TopicPost War Friendship, Two Friends Growing Up in Post-War Italy
Publication Year2012
Number of Pages336 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height210mm
Item Width135mm
Weight62g
Height27.94mm
Width210mm
Item Weight362g
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorElena Ferrante
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
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- 05 Sep, 2018
Wonderful read!
Engrossing insight into Italian post war city life, with its rivalries and murderous feuds.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Oct, 2020
Great quality and interesting read
Only just started reading this book but it is a great story so far. I had been recommended it by a friend and I look forward to reading the whole series.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 Dec, 2018
My brilliant friend
Such a great story, had to get the book and it’s in English!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 19 Feb, 2021
What is real friendship?
The book was in perfect condition and the story set in a different time and place teetering between old ways and new totally engaging. I have passed it on to my granddaughter as I know she will love it too.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 26 Jun, 2019
Great story
Great story, really gives you an insight into life in Naples back then.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Sep, 2019
Brilliant book!
Such a wonderful storyVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 07 Apr, 2020
my brilliant friend
excellent book and storyVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Dec, 2021
excellent book
great readingVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 18 Aug, 2021
Brilliant!
Fantastic book. Part one of quartet. Will definitely be reading the rest.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 24 Jan, 2019
Compelling reading
A gripping tale. Made me want to read moreVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
