Esther Kinsky
Rombo
Rombo
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In Rombo, Esther Kinsky's novel explores the human trauma and experience of an abruptly shattered existence following two earthquakes in 1976 that caused severe damage to the landscape and its population in north-eastern Italy. The displacement of material resulted in new terrain that reflects the force of the catastrophe, but it is difficult to express the human trauma. The novel follows seven inhabitants of a remote mountain village as they talk about their lives and the earthquake's impact, unraveling individual memory and creating haunting and moving narratives of deep trauma.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 05 October 2022
Publisher: Fitzcarraldo Editions
In May and September 1976, two devastating earthquakes struck north-eastern Italy, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The earthquakes left a trail of devastation, with approximately a thousand people killed under the rubble, tens of thousands left homeless, and many families forced to leave their homes in Friuli forever. The magnitude of the displacement of material was immense, resulting in the formation of new terrain that bore witness to the catastrophic event. However, it is the human toll that remains difficult to quantify, encompassing the profound experience of an abruptly shattered existence.
In Rombo, Esther Kinsky's remarkable novel, seven inhabitants of a remote mountain village come together to grapple with the enduring impact of the earthquake. Through their shared stories of fear, loss, and resilience, the characters' individual memories intertwine, creating haunting and poignant narratives that delve into the depths of deep trauma. The novel offers a profound exploration of the human spirit's capacity for healing and adaptation in the face of adversity.
The earthquakes of 1976 left a lasting legacy in north-eastern Italy, shaping the landscape and the lives of its inhabitants forever. Rombo serves as a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of storytelling to heal and commemorate the trauma of such events.
Weight: 294g
Dimension: 195 x 127 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804270035
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