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Fiction. "In her engrossing VISITS, Helen Barolini--the author of the classic "Umbertina" and editor of the equally classic Dream Book--once again explores the complexities of an Italian heritage and an Italian- American futurity. Tracing her protagonist's emotional, spiritual and aesthetic encounters with parents, siblings, husband, lovers, daughters, grandchildren, and friends, she narrates an arduous journey toward self-achievement while also bringing three generations of a fascinating family to life. The many lovers of Umbertina and Barolini's other works will be enthralled by this riveting novel."--Sandra (Mortola) Gilbert…mehr

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Fiction. "In her engrossing VISITS, Helen Barolini--the author of the classic "Umbertina" and editor of the equally classic Dream Book--once again explores the complexities of an Italian heritage and an Italian- American futurity. Tracing her protagonist's emotional, spiritual and aesthetic encounters with parents, siblings, husband, lovers, daughters, grandchildren, and friends, she narrates an arduous journey toward self-achievement while also bringing three generations of a fascinating family to life. The many lovers of Umbertina and Barolini's other works will be enthralled by this riveting novel."--Sandra (Mortola) Gilbert
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Autorenporträt
Helen Barolini is the author of twelve books (including CROSSING THE ALPS, MORE ITALIAN HOURS & OTHER STORIES, and CHIAROSCURO: ESSAYS OF IDENTITY) and many stories that have appeared in literary reviews, anthologies, and collections including the annual Best American Essays. In 2008 the Italian edition of her novel Umbertina was awarded the Pemio Acerbi for literature.