The Lying Life of Adults Setting

Elena Ferrante
This Study Guide consists of approximately 44 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The Lying Life of Adults.

The Lying Life of Adults Setting

Elena Ferrante
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Giovanna's Home

Giovanna's home is located in Pascone, in the highest part of Naples. Giovanna lives here with her parents, Andrea and Nella until she is 13. When the family discovers the truth of Andrea's longtime affair with Costanza, Andrea moves out. Nella and Giovanna continue living in the house by themselves. All of Andrea's belongings remain, as Nella forbids Andrea to take even a single book from the house. The house is the place where Giovanna spends much of her time, locked in her room reading novels, or examining her body in front of the mirror.

Mariano and Costanza's House

Mariano and Costanza's house is located not far from Giovanna's. Giovanna's family spends a significant amount of time here, as her parents are close with Mariano and Costanza. Giovanna often stays over after the families have dinner, sleeping in her best friends Angela and Ida's room. It is here...

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