by Sebastian Barry · Bompiani · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788845265389
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«Il segreto» is the historical novel by Sebastian Barry, published by Bompiani in paperback (395 pages, in Italian).
Roseanne McNulty, confined in a psychiatric hospital, secretly writes her autobiography while her psychiatrist, Dr. Grene, notes his impressions. Her memories include the Irish Civil War, a broken marriage, and an accusation of infanticide. The doctor contrasts these memoirs with official records.
Part of the McNulty Family series. Translated by Licia Vighi. The work was nominated for the Booker Prize and won the Costa Book of the Year.
For readers of literary and historical fiction interested in Ireland and stories about memory and secrets.
Sebastian Barry is an Irish novelist, playwright and poet. He was named Laureate for Irish Fiction, 2018–2021. The French government named him a Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres in 2024. He is considered "one of Ireland’s most acclaimed and accomplished novelists", with "a distinctive place in contemporary Irish culture".
