Luigi Capuana published 1 novel, beginning with Giacinta (1879).
Updated September 2026
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Giacinta (1879)
About Luigi Capuana
Luigi Capuana was an Italian author and journalist and one of the main exponents of Verismo. He was a contemporary of Giovanni Verga, both having been born in the province of Catania within a year of each other. He was also one of the first Italian authors influenced by the works of Émile Zola, French author and creator of naturalism. His critical theories on naturalism envisaged the ultimate fusion of the novel into a purely scientific, impersonal, case-history.
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Luigi Capuana FAQ
- How many books has Luigi Capuana written?
- Luigi Capuana published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Luigi Capuana's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Giacinta.
- What is Luigi Capuana's last book?
- Giacinta (1879).
- What is Luigi Capuana's most famous book?
- Giacinta (1879) is Luigi Capuana's most widely read book.
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