Why people recommend it
1933 was a Bad Year by John Fante is a novel about the author's youth and the Italian-American experience growing up in Colorado before his journey to Los Angeles. Timothy Denevi appeared on The Daily Stoic in November 2023 to discuss John Fante and his notable works, recommending '1933 was a Bad Year' to host Ryan Holiday. Denevi explained to the host that he would likely enjoy the book because it centers on Fante as a kid and highlights the youth Italian-American experience. During the conversation, Denevi and Holiday also explored Fante's literary trajectory, touching upon other works such as 'The Road to Los Angeles' and 'Ask the Dust'. They discussed how Fante is frequently perceived as an iconic Los Angeles writer despite originating from Colorado, making his perspective on the Italian-American journey from the West to the West Coast a particularly unique snapshot. Denevi expressed immense admiration for Fante throughout the episode, placing him among his favorite literary figures and examining the distinct cultural and geographical threads that run through his semi-autobiographical writing.
Who recommended it
- Timothy Denevi Recommended
Timothy Denevi — 4 mentions
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