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Women of the Shadows 2 Ed: Wives and Mothers of Southern Italy,Used
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With haunting photographs and piercing descriptions, Women of the Shadows depicts the secluded women of southern Italy and their passionate, painful, heartrending existence. Cornelisen, who lived among these women in the mountainous villages of Lucania after World War II, reveals their struggles during a time when most of their men had to leave for factories in the industrial north. The women remained behind to work the fields. There's Peppina, Ninetta, Teresa, Maria, Pinuccia, and Cettina, all women who 'have done things of which they are not proud; they know it in their hearts, as one woman said, that nothing is private, they would also agree with her conclusion: That doesn't mean you get used to it.' With an extraordinary understanding of the interior lives of these and other women, Cornelisen brings them out of the shadows to tell their heroic stories in a book which truly merits the label 'classic.' A new introduction by the author suggests that the more things change, the more, in essence, they remain the same.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Women of the Shadows'? A: 'Women of the Shadows' explores the lives of secluded women in southern Italy, focusing on their struggles and resilience during a time when many men left for industrial work.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Women of the Shadows'? A: The book is authored by Ann Cornelisen, who lived among the women she writes about, providing a firsthand perspective.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Women of the Shadows' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does 'Women of the Shadows' contain? A: This book has a total of 235 pages.
- Q: When was 'Women of the Shadows' published? A: 'Women of the Shadows' was published on August 9, 2001.
- Q: Is 'Women of the Shadows' a new or used book? A: The book is classified as a new item, ensuring it is in good condition.
- Q: What can readers expect from the book's photography? A: The book features haunting photographs that complement the piercing descriptions of the women's lives, enhancing the overall narrative.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing is for the second edition of 'Women of the Shadows'.
- Q: What genre does 'Women of the Shadows' fall under? A: The book falls under the category of historical and cultural studies, specifically focusing on Italy.
- Q: Are there any specific features highlighted in the book? A: Yes, the book is noted for its insightful portrayal of the women's interior lives and their heroic stories.