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Linea d'Ombra by Sam Stoner
Overview
- Title: Linea d'Ombra
- Author: Sam Stoner
- Themes: Crime, Violence, Human Nature, Despair
- Collection: 12 Short Stories
Story Summaries
- Elvis Rosso Sangue
- Unpredictable narrative with elements of sex, action, brutality, and humor.
- Moscow's Fury
- The story of Kirill Sivanicov, a young man navigating the harsh realities of Moscow.
- Cinquanta Pezzi
- Explores the metaphysical dimensions of despair in different time settings.
- Suicidio e Resurrezione
- A deep dive into the themes of declared sentiments and survival.
- Linea d'Ombra
- Focuses on vengeance as a response to violence.
- Inganno Mortale
- A hard-boiled narrative with a dramatic focus on its female protagonists.
- Alienazione
- The story of a homeless man's transcendent musical talent amidst personal loss.
- Sogni Lerci
- Examines perverse desires and possession.
- Silenzio
- A story set in a timeless narrative space, exploring the theme of silence.
- Io ti Proteggerò
- Explores the theme of protection in the context of violence.
- Senza Pietà
- Continues the hard-boiled echo with themes of soul and torment.
- Hard Boiled
- A classic hard-boiled narrative with a focus on the human condition's darker sides.
Analysis
- Each story in "Linea d'Ombra" is a unique exploration of human emotions, ranging from cynicism to outright declaration of feelings.
- Stoner vividly portrays the internal landscapes of his characters, often depicted as struggling with or succumbing to their darker instincts.
- The collection is marked by a variety of narrative tones, yet it consistently maintains a close and empathetic proximity to human suffering and resilience.
Conclusion
"Linea d'Ombra" is a compelling anthology that delves into the complexities of the human soul, masterfully navigating through its shadows and light. Sam Stoner's narratives are both stark and deeply moving, offering a poignant commentary on the human condition.