Valerio Massimo Manfredi, a renowned "Ancient World Topographer", has dedicated his life to teaching at various European universities, excavating ruins in the Mediterranean and Middle East, and crafting captivating novels since 1978.
Residing in his country house in Piumazzo di Castelfranco Emilia, near Modena, Manfredi's work is deeply rooted in his Italian heritage.
So, what lies behind the success of his novels? According to Manfredi, "In an overpopulated world, where people are consumed by technology and lose touch with mystery, people need to dream. When I was a child, growing up in the countryside, I would often venture out at night and marvel at the unknown. The towering trees, the haunting cry of the owl, everything seemed so vast, magical, and intimidating. Today, these experiences are often relegated to the realm of environmental activism, as exemplified by organizations like the World Wildlife Fund..."
To recapture our dreams, Manfredi advocates for a simpler, more harmonious way of living in sync with nature, cultivating mental discipline, and fostering a sense of community.
