The Mysterious Flame of Queen Loana

Interesting Facts

• The main character, Giambattista Bodoni, loses his memory and tries to recover it by delving into his childhood and adolescent memories.
• The book is filled with numerous cultural and historical references, including comics, books, music, and films that were popular in Italy in the first half of the 20th century.
• The novel combines elements of autobiography, detective fiction, and philosophical reflection on the nature of memory and identity.
• Illustrations are used in the book to help the reader better understand the protagonist's world and his memories.
• One of the key themes of the book is the exploration of how personal and collective memories shape our perception of reality.