Giovanni Verga

Giovanni Verga was an Italian writer from the 19th century, renowned for his realistic storytelling that depicts everyday life, especially among Sicily's poor and rural communities. He focused on portraying authentic characters and social issues, emphasizing human struggles and the influence of environment and tradition. His most famous works include "Cavalleria Rusticana" and "I Malavoglia," which explore themes of fate, honor, and the harshness of rural existence. Verga is considered a key figure in the Verismo literary movement, akin to realism in literature, aiming to depict life accurately and truthfully.