Daniele Mencarelli's 'Fame d'aria' Explores Love and Autism
Daniele Mencarelli's novel 'Fame d'aria' centers on Pietro Barzacchi, father of Jacopo, a non-verbal child with severe autism. Stranded in Sant'Anna del Sannio, Molise, after car trouble, Pietro confronts societal ignorance and institutional failures. The story delves into the raw, unvarnished love and exhaustion of caring for a dependent child. Mencarelli dedicates the book to those who endure without help. The review by Antonia De Francesco on Artspecialday highlights the novel's unflinching portrayal of parental despair and the search for compassion.
Key facts
- Daniele Mencarelli wrote 'Fame d'aria'.
- The novel features Pietro Barzacchi and his son Jacopo.
- Jacopo has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, described as 'bassissimo funzionamento'.
- The story takes place over a weekend in Sant'Anna del Sannio, Molise.
- Pietro's car breaks down, forcing a stay at the locanda 'da Arturo'.
- The mechanic Oliviero needs two days to repair the car.
- Mencarelli's acknowledgments thank those who reach out without receiving help.
- The review was published on Artspecialday on May 3, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Daniele Mencarelli
- Pietro Barzacchi
- Jacopo Barzacchi
- Antonia De Francesco
Institutions
- Artspecialday
- MifacciodiCultura
Locations
- Sant'Anna del Sannio
- Molise
- Marina di Ginosa
- Puglia