Fatshimetrie: Immersion in the captivating world of “Faïel and the stories of the world” by Paolo Bellamo
At the heart of the 24th Week of the Italian Language in the World, the library of the Wallonia-Brussels center in Kinshasa served as the stage for an exceptional literary event. On Tuesday, October 15, a literary café was orchestrated around the enchanting work of the Franco-Italian writer Paolo Bellamo, “Faïel and the stories of the world”. Between visual exchange with the author and reading of selected passages, the Kinshasa public was immersed in a world full of mysteries and deep reflections.
In a poetic style that is close to the genre of tales and legends, Paolo Bellomo addresses universal themes such as murder, suicide, occupation and exile in his book, to finally offer a conclusion marked by utopia, advocating a return to the enchantment of the world.
Throughout the 305 pages of this story, the reader discovers the poignant story of Faïel, forced to flee his hometown after the sudden murder of his father. Accompanied by his mother Sisine and his younger sister Nénelle, the trio find themselves strangers, fleeing in a hurry in search of a new hospitable land. The novel depicts their eventful quest, revealing the encounters and trials that will mark their path. A fascinating epic, where mysteries and harshness mingle to weave a captivating plot.
According to the author, “Faïel and the stories of the world” is a story where feelings, songs and silences coexist, where languages and memories collide. It is a fable where nature itself seems to take on the role of guardian of ancient secrets, while women watch over it, hoping to save humanity.
This celebration of the Italian Language in the World is part of a broader approach, aimed at exploring the links between Italian and literature, in a context where the book is an essential vector of cultural and identity transmission. This week dedicated to the Italian language also serves as a bridge between Italy and Congo, promoting cultural exchange and strengthening ties between the two nations.
Through this initiative, the Ambassador of Italy in the DRC, Alberto Petrangeli, expresses the desire to create encounters between Congolese and Italian cultures, thus promoting the learning of the Italian language and the rapprochement between peoples.
In short, “Faïel and the Stories of the World” by Paolo Bellamo offers a dive into a universe rich in emotions and reflections, inviting the reader to explore the depths of the human soul and to dream of a re-enchanted world. This work, carrying a universal message, embodies the power of words and their ability to create bridges between cultures, beyond borders and languages..
Fatshimetrie invites you to immerse yourself in this captivating literary adventure, where each page reveals a part of humanity, between shadow and light, hope and disillusionment. An invitation to travel to the heart of the world’s stories, to better understand the torments and beauties of our existence.