The Ship for Kobe

Dacia Maraini’s memoir, The Ship for Kobe, published by Guernica Editions in March 2025, spans 200 pages and is presented in English. This edition features a collection of recollections that intertwine her mother’s diaries from 1939, chronicling the family’s journey to Kobe, alongside Maraini’s own experiences with notable Italian figures such as Fellini, Callas, Moravia, and Pasolini. The narrative also delves into the harrowing experience of the concentration camp for anti-fascists in Nagoya, where the family faced deportation.

Readers will find a rich tapestry of personal memoirs that explore themes of survival and resilience. The book captures the complexities of Maraini’s family history and the broader socio-political context of the time, offering insights into the lives of women and the impact of historical events on personal narratives. This edition invites reflection on the intersections of memory, identity, and the enduring human spirit amidst adversity.