Author of a ‘dictionary of hypocrisies’ stemming from political correctness (‘E finsero felici e contenti’), the writer remains true to his ironic yet serious non-conformism: “Prudence would suggest observing developments over a longer period. If, however, we’re talking about ourselves, I don’t think the ‘woke’ movement has had much of an impact.”

Johan Harstad’s latest novel, widely read and equally beloved, truly deserves its success. What can we learn from a literary phenomenon that is nothing but a cause for celebration?

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