Italo Svevo

Italian author of 'Zeno's Conscience'

Italo Svevo - Italian author of 'Zeno's Conscience'
Born

December 19th, 1861
163 years ago

Died

September 13th, 1928
96 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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An author and playwright, contributing significantly to modernist literature. The most notable work includes 'Zeno's Conscience', which presents a fragmented narrative and explores themes of identity and memory. The writing incorporated elements of psychoanalysis, reflecting the author's interest in psychology and existentialism. Other works include 'The Nice People' and 'As a Man Grows Older'. Svevo's literary career gained recognition later in life, especially after the endorsement from James Joyce, who appreciated his innovative style. His works have been influential in the development of 20th-century literature, blending humor with serious philosophical inquiries, thus leaving a mark in the literary canon of Italian literature.

Authored 'Zeno's Conscience'

Wrote 'The Nice People'

Recognized by James Joyce

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