
Le Storie n 62: Memoryville
by:
Gianmaria Contro
,
Max Avogadro (Ilustrator)
,
Aldo di Gennaro (Ilustrator)
Language: Italian
Format: Paperback
Publication date:
November 11th, 2017
Publisher: Sergio Bonelli Editore
Pages: 114
In the small town of Illwood, West Virginia, the air hangs thick with tales waiting to be told. Harrold, an aspiring writer, finds himself at a crossroads, haunted by the pressure to craft a story that could define his career. Set against the backdrop of 2015, the tranquil yet eerie landscape plays a pivotal role in unearthing both personal and collective memories that are interwoven within the community.
As he delves deeper into the lives of Illwood’s residents, Harrold uncovers long-buried secrets that not only challenge his creative abilities but also reshape his understanding of truth and memory. The town itself becomes a character, its past echoing through the streets and whispering to him during quiet moments of reflection. The deeper he digs, the more he realizes that every individual's experience is a mosaic of stories just waiting to be pieced together.
Amidst the exploration of mind, memory, and the intricacies of storytelling, Harrold finds himself transformed. Through the delicate balance of joy and sorrow highlighted by the rich tapestry of Illwood, he learns that every story deserves to be told, and sometimes, the journey of unearthing those narratives is the greatest tale of all.
As he delves deeper into the lives of Illwood’s residents, Harrold uncovers long-buried secrets that not only challenge his creative abilities but also reshape his understanding of truth and memory. The town itself becomes a character, its past echoing through the streets and whispering to him during quiet moments of reflection. The deeper he digs, the more he realizes that every individual's experience is a mosaic of stories just waiting to be pieced together.
Amidst the exploration of mind, memory, and the intricacies of storytelling, Harrold finds himself transformed. Through the delicate balance of joy and sorrow highlighted by the rich tapestry of Illwood, he learns that every story deserves to be told, and sometimes, the journey of unearthing those narratives is the greatest tale of all.