In the Name of the Mother

In the quiet of a Jewish home, in a Galilee swept by dust and faith, a young woman, Miriam, receives a message that will forever change her life. Her pregnancy, the result of an extraordinary and incomprehensible event, becomes a challenge against the world, prejudice, and human frailty. 

Through Miriam’s intimate and vibrant voice, Erri De Luca reimagines one of the most universal and sacred stories in Western culture. In the Name of the Mother is not merely a tale of nativity but a celebration of feminine courage, unconditional love, and the power of life finding its way through even the harshest challenges. 

With the delicacy of a poet and the strength of an authentic storyteller, De Luca offers us an unforgettable portrait of a mother—not a saint, but a real woman who carries the weight and light of an eternal destiny. A work that touches the deepest chords of the heart and soul. 

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France (Gallimard)
Hungary (Romaniko Kiado)
Spain (Seix Barral/Bromera)