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1933 was a bad year

Book • 1985
1933 Was a Bad Year is a posthumously published novella by John Fante, focusing on Dominic Molise, a 17-year-old Italian-American boy with aspirations to become a baseball legend.

The story delves into the struggles of his family during the Great Depression, highlighting themes of poverty, family dynamics, and the disillusionment of the American Dream.

The novella offers a candid portrayal of life in a dysfunctional family, blending humor and sadness.

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Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a book by John Fante, focusing on the Italian-American experience.
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