Giovanni Verga

Giovanni Verga (1840–1922) was an Italian writer, photographer and screenwriter.

Overview

Born at Catania in 1840, died at Catania in 1922.

In detail

Giovanni Verga studied at University of Catania. the recorded working language is Italian.

The field of work recorded is belletristic literature, Italian literature and photography. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are short novel and novella. The authority associates the name with verismo.

Positions recorded include senator of the Kingdom of Italy.

Works named in the authority record are I Malavoglia, Il marito di Elena, Mastro Don Gesualdo, La duchessa di Leyra and Red Evil Hair.

Distinctions recorded are Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Giovanni Verga”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q271814: Giovanni Verga

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