Giorgio Todde Italian writer, novelist Country: Italy

1. Biography of Giorgio Todde
2. Achievements
3. Works

Biography of Giorgio Todde

Giorgio Todde is an Italian writer and novelist, known for his original and enchanting talent. He was born in 1951 in Cagliari, Italy, where he currently lives and works. Todde has gained recognition for creating an intriguing character, the voluntary detective Efisio Marini, who works as an embalmer (based on a real historical figure). Marini is the protagonist in many of Todde's novels.

Achievements

Todde's novels have been translated into Dutch, Spanish, French, German, and Portuguese. He has been honored with literary awards, including the "Giuseppe Berto" and "Regium Julii" in 2002.

Works

Some of Todde's notable works include:
- "Lo stato delle anime" (2001): Set in a small village in Sardinia where nothing ever happens, a series of unusual and inexplicable crimes take place. The self-proclaimed detective Efisio Marini takes on the investigation.
- "La matta bestialita’" (2002)
- "Paura e carne" (2003)
- "L'occhiata letale" (2004)
- "Ei" (2004)
- "E quale amor non cambia" (2005)
- "Al caffe’ del silenzio" (2007)
- "L'estremo delle cose" (2007)

Giorgio Todde's novels captivate readers with his unique and captivating storytelling style. His intriguing characters and compelling narratives have earned him a significant following both in Italy and internationally.