La portalettere
- Literature
Francesca Giannone
View details about the event: La portalettereCasa Italiana hosts this book club, led by Grazia Montesi, that meets once a month to discuss contemporary Italian books in Italian. The Club is open to anyone and its purpose is to offer the possibility to practice the Italian language. Everybody is encouraged to speak. The group suggests the books, usually by contemporary Italian authors, that reflect the changes that have taken place with time in the language and customs. The discussion is informal.
Participation is free.
Please note: Casa Italiana serves as the venue and supporter of various clubs’ activities. The coordinators of these clubs are responsible for programming decisions, in alignment with the guidance of Casa leadership. For all information, please contact the Book Club’s leader, Grazia Montesi, at glmontesi@gmail.com.
Through open activities, events, and immersive experiences, Casa’s mission is to create a space for dialogue between Italy and the United States on themes related to Italian studies, including language, literature, cinema, music, theatre, visual art, as well as politics, economics, and lifestyle.