Rosella Postorino

About the Author

Rosella Postorino is an acclaimed Italian author whose works delve into the shadowed corners of history and human resilience. Born in Reggio Calabria and now residing in Rome, she draws from her keen observations of societal undercurrents to craft narratives that blend personal introspection with broader historical tapestries. Her debut novel, The Body of the State, garnered early praise, but it was At the Wolf's Table: A Novel that propelled her to international acclaim, earning nominations for prestigious awards like the Strega Prize and the International Booker Prize. Inspired by the true story of women who tasted food for Adolf Hitler, the book explores themes of survival, complicity, and the moral ambiguities of wartime existence. Postorino's storytelling continues to resonate, illuminating the quiet rebellions of ordinary lives against extraordinary oppression.