num_pages: 144
description: Winner of the prestigious Italian literary prize, Premio Vareggio, Words Are Stones offers an insightful and authentic portrait of Sicily and its people. Over a number of years, Italian writer Carlo Levi made three journeys to Sicily. He went on to chronicle his travels, penning a series of short essays that capture in miniature the essence of Sicilian its traditions, culture, and breathtaking landscape. Here, gathered in one comprehensive volume, these writings offer a rare and observant portrayal of an island whose people—though burdened by poverty, political upheaval, backwardness, and murder—retained a true generosity and graciousness of spirit. Italian writer and painter Carlo Levi is best known for his remarkable work, Christ Stopped at Eboli.
language: English
title: Words are Stones: Impressions of Sicily
titlecomplete: Words are Stones: Impressions of Sicily (Hesperus Modern Voices)
genres: Italian Literature, Travel, Italy, Literature, Essays, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 126
places: Sicily
awards: awardedAt: -441820800000
name: Premio Letterario Viareggio Rèpaci
publisher: Hesperus Press