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Filumena
Eduardo De Filippo
Filumena (Trans. Wertenbaker)
by Eduardo De Filippo
What readers are saying
Readers appreciate the depth and complexity of Filumena, highlighting its blend of humor and emotional resonance. Many praise the strong character of Filumena and the insightful social commentary woven throughout the narrative. However, some note a rapid resolution of conflicts that can feel implausible at times.
Strong character developmentBlend of humor and emotionInsightful social commentaryRapid conflict resolution feels implausible
Synopsis
One of Eduardo de Filippo's finest Neapolitan comedies
Filumena Domenico is a former Neopolitan prostitute who has had three sons by three different fathers.
As her sons become adults Filumena feels the pressing need to become respectable and so she searches for a man to marry her, ensuring legitimacy for her family
A striking new translation by Timberlake Wertenbaker
Press Reviews
"Warm, and always enjoyable."
— Time
"Beautiful and heart warmingly funny."
— The New York Post
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PublisherMethuen
Year2009
BindingPaperback
EditionNew
Pages80
PlaceLondon
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780413736208
ISBN-100413736202
LCCPQ4815.I48 F513 1998
Filumena (Trans. Wertenbaker) is a Italian historical play written by Eduardo De Filippo and published by Methuen in London (2009).
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