FERITO A MORTE | III EDIZ. 1961 | RAFFAELE LA CAPRIA

“Ferito a morte” is a contemporary fiction novel by Raffaele La Capria, first published in 1961. Set in post-war Naples, it follows the introspective journey of Francesco, a disenchanted intellectual and writer, as he navigates urban ennui, nostalgia, and existential malaise. The narrative weaves psychological insight with evocative portrayals of Neapolitan society, capturing the tension between tradition and modernity. La Capria’s lyrical style and keen philosophical undertones offer a nuanced critique of alienation and emotional wounds inflicted by memory, culture, and time.