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Alessandro Baricco

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Alessandro Baricco, beloved by readers worldwide for his innovative take on magical realism, his atmospheric novels and memorable characters, is one of Italy’s bestselling and most critically acclaimed authors. His novels include Silk, An Iliad, and Mr. Gwyn.

Alessandro Baricco, beloved by readers worldwide for his innovative take on magical realism, his atmospheric novels and memorable characters, is one of Italy’s bestselling and most critically acclaimed authors. His novels include Silk, An Iliad, and Mr. Gwyn.

PREVIOUS NOMINATIONS

2018

Alessandro Baricco

The Young Bride

2014

Alessandro Baricco

Emmaus

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