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action fiction
[sostantivo]

a genre of fiction in which the protagonist or protagonists are thrust into a series of dangerous events that typically include violence and physical feats of daring

narrativa d'azione, romanzo d'azione

narrativa d'azione, romanzo d'azione

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adventure fiction
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a genre of literature featuring exciting, dangerous, or heroic quests and expeditions, often involving physical action and exotic locales

narrativa d'avventura, romanzo d'avventura

narrativa d'avventura, romanzo d'avventura

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comedy horror
[sostantivo]

a genre of fiction in which elements of comedy are combined with elements of horror, often for humorous or satirical effect

commedia horror, horror comico

commedia horror, horror comico

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a genre of literature, film, and other forms of media that focuses on the growth and development of a protagonist from youth to adulthood

Ex: Her debut novels include coming-of-age stories set in various small towns , each following the journey of a young protagonist as they discover themselves .
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conspiracy fiction
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a genre of fiction that involves a conspiracy or a conspiracy theory as a central plot element, often involving political intrigue, secret societies, or hidden organizations

narrativa cospirazionista, romanzo di cospirazione

narrativa cospirazionista, romanzo di cospirazione

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cozy mystery
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a subgenre of crime fiction that emphasizes the puzzle-solving aspect of the story and features an amateur detective, a small, usually rural setting, and little to no violence or graphic content

giallo accogliente, mistero confortevole

giallo accogliente, mistero confortevole

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crime fiction
[sostantivo]

a genre of fiction that deals with crimes, their detection, criminals, and their motives, typically including a protagonist who is a detective or similar investigator who solves the crime

narrativa poliziesca, fiction criminale

narrativa poliziesca, fiction criminale

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mystery fiction
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a genre of fiction literature in which a detective, or other professional or amateur sleuth, solves a crime, often involving murder, through investigation, deduction, or puzzle-solving

narrativa gialla, romanzo poliziesco

narrativa gialla, romanzo poliziesco

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detective fiction
[sostantivo]

a genre of crime fiction that focuses on the investigation of a crime or series of crimes, often featuring a detective who solves the mystery through logical deduction and intuition

narrativa poliziesca, fiction detective

narrativa poliziesca, fiction detective

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erotic literature
[sostantivo]

a genre of literature or art that explores sexual themes and is intended to arouse the reader or viewer

letteratura erotica, scritti erotici

letteratura erotica, scritti erotici

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hybrid genre
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a combination of two or more traditional genres, creating a new genre that has elements of each

genere ibrido, incrocio di generi

genere ibrido, incrocio di generi

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gothic fiction
[sostantivo]

a genre of literature characterized by elements of horror, death, and romance, often featuring dark, supernatural themes and settings

narrativa gotica, letteratura gotica

narrativa gotica, letteratura gotica

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hardboiled
[sostantivo]

a genre of detective fiction that features tough, cynical, and often unsympathetic protagonists who are involved in violent and gritty crimes

noir, giallo

noir, giallo

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historical fiction
[sostantivo]

a genre of literature in which the plot takes place in the past and often incorporates real events, people, and places alongside fictional elements

narrativa storica, romanzo storico

narrativa storica, romanzo storico

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caper story
[sostantivo]

a type of crime fiction story, often humorous and lighthearted, that involves a group of criminals executing a heist or theft with elaborate planning and unexpected twists

storia di rapina, racconto di furto

storia di rapina, racconto di furto

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chick lit
[sostantivo]

a genre of fiction that focuses on the lives, relationships, and personal growth of women, often with a lighthearted or romantic tone

pulcino acceso

pulcino acceso

Ex: Some critics dismiss chick lit, but it has a wide and loyal readership .Alcuni critici respingono la **letteratura per donne**, ma ha un vasto e fedele pubblico di lettori.
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literature that is written and published for young readers, typically ranging from infants to teenagers

letteratura per l'infanzia, letteratura giovanile

letteratura per l'infanzia, letteratura giovanile

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class S
[sostantivo]

a genre of Japanese fiction that features romantic or emotional relationships between two female characters, often involving schoolgirls

classe S, genere S

classe S, genere S

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classic fiction
[sostantivo]

works of literature that have achieved enduring relevance, recognition, and popularity, and are widely regarded as masterpieces of their respective genres or periods

narrativa classica

narrativa classica

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horror story
[sostantivo]

a story that is supposed to scare people which is about unsettling and frightening events or things

storia dell'orrore

storia dell'orrore

Ex: He is known for his gripping horror stories that keep readers on edge .È noto per i suoi avvincenti **racconti dell'orrore** che tengono i lettori sul filo del rasoio.
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a genre of literature that aims to inspire and uplift readers by presenting characters overcoming challenges and finding hope and faith in their lives

narrativa ispiratrice, letteratura edificante

narrativa ispiratrice, letteratura edificante

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legal thriller
[sostantivo]

a subgenre of thriller and crime fiction that typically involves legal disputes, courtroom drama, or investigations that revolve around the legal system

thriller legale, giallo giudiziario

thriller legale, giallo giudiziario

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pulp fiction
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a genre of popular fiction originally published in cheap, pulp magazines in the early to mid-20th century

narrativa pulp, letteratura pulp

narrativa pulp, letteratura pulp

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a sub-genre of horror fiction that is inspired by the works of American author H.P. Lovecraft, and typically involves cosmic horror, supernatural entities, and the unknown

orrore lovecraftiano, terrore lovecraftiano

orrore lovecraftiano, terrore lovecraftiano

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domestic fiction
[sostantivo]

a genre of literature that focuses on the everyday lives of women, often highlighting their roles as wives and mothers and exploring themes such as marriage, family, and community

narrativa domestica, romanzo familiare

narrativa domestica, romanzo familiare

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family saga
[sostantivo]

a literary genre that chronicles the lives and experiences of a family over multiple generations, often highlighting family relationships, conflicts, and secrets

saga familiare, cronaca familiare

saga familiare, cronaca familiare

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medical fiction
[sostantivo]

a genre of fiction that explores medical topics and themes, often including the experiences of medical professionals and patients

narrativa medica, romanzo medico

narrativa medica, romanzo medico

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metafiction
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a literary genre that uses self-reflexive techniques to draw attention to its status as a work of fiction, blurring the lines between reality and fiction

metaletteratura, metafinzione

metaletteratura, metafinzione

Ex: Through metafiction, the author explored themes of authorship , narrative structure , and the relationship between fiction and reality , challenging readers to think critically about the nature of storytelling .Attraverso la **metafinzione**, l'autore ha esplorato temi di paternità, struttura narrativa e il rapporto tra finzione e realtà, sfidando i lettori a pensare criticamente alla natura della narrazione.
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nautical fiction
[sostantivo]

a literary genre that focuses on sailing, seafaring, and life at sea. It often includes adventures and stories set on ships and boats, with a focus on maritime culture and traditions

narrativa nautica, letteratura marittima

narrativa nautica, letteratura marittima

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noir fiction
[sostantivo]

a genre of crime fiction that emphasizes the dark and pessimistic side of life, usually featuring a protagonist who is a flawed and morally ambiguous character

narrativa noir

narrativa noir

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paranoid fiction
[sostantivo]

a literary genre that explores the theme of conspiracies, often involving powerful organizations or governments plotting against individuals or groups

narrativa paranoica, letteratura paranoica

narrativa paranoica, letteratura paranoica

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parody
[sostantivo]

a piece of writing, music, etc. that imitates the style of someone else in a humorous way

parodia

parodia

Ex: The theater troupe performed a parody of a well-known Shakespeare play , adding comedic twists and contemporary references to the dialogue .La compagnia teatrale ha messo in scena una **parodia** di un'opera ben nota di Shakespeare, aggiungendo svolte comiche e riferimenti contemporanei al dialogo.
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a literary genre that explores philosophical ideas and concepts through fictional stories

narrativa filosofica, romanzo filosofico

narrativa filosofica, romanzo filosofico

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picaresque novel
[sostantivo]

a genre of prose fiction that depicts the adventures of a roguish hero or heroine, typically one of low social status, who lives by their wits in a corrupt society

romanzo picaresco, romanzo di avventura

romanzo picaresco, romanzo di avventura

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police procedural
[sostantivo]

a type of novel, movie, or television show that deals with the methods the police use to solve a crime

polizia procedurale

polizia procedurale

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political fiction
[sostantivo]

a literary genre that deals with political and social themes, usually involving power struggles, corruption, and the impact of political systems on individuals and societies

fiction politica, romanzo politico

fiction politica, romanzo politico

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a genre of literature that explores the internal thoughts, emotions, and motives of characters, often delving into complex psychological states and experiences

narrativa psicologica, romanzo psicologico

narrativa psicologica, romanzo psicologico

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literary realism
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a genre of writing that depicts everyday life as it really is, with an emphasis on realistic characters, settings, and events

realismo letterario, naturalismo letterario

realismo letterario, naturalismo letterario

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romance novel
[sostantivo]

a literary genre that focuses on the romantic relationships between the characters and their emotional and often physical development towards each other

romanzo rosa, romanzo romantico

romanzo rosa, romanzo romantico

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regency romance
[sostantivo]

a subgenre of historical romance fiction that takes place in England during the Regency era, which lasted from 1811 to 1820

romance della Reggenza, romanzo d'amore della Reggenza

romance della Reggenza, romanzo d'amore della Reggenza

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robinsonade
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a literary genre that depicts a person, usually the protagonist, who is stranded on a deserted island or isolated location and must fend for themselves

robinsonade, genere robinsoniano

robinsonade, genere robinsoniano

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satire
[sostantivo]

humor, irony, ridicule, or sarcasm used to expose or criticize the faults and shortcomings of a person, government, etc.

satira

satira

Ex: Satire can be a powerful tool for social commentary and change.La **satira** può essere un potente strumento per il commento sociale e il cambiamento.
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sensation novel
[sostantivo]

a genre of British fiction from the 1860s that focused on scandalous themes such as bigamy, murder, adultery, and insanity

romanzo sensazionale, romanzo scandaloso

romanzo sensazionale, romanzo scandaloso

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slave narrative
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a genre of literature that presents an autobiographical account of the life of a slave, detailing the experiences of enslavement, brutality, and struggles for freedom

narrativa schiavista, racconto di schiavitù

narrativa schiavista, racconto di schiavitù

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spy fiction
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a genre of literature that revolves around espionage and spy activities, often featuring secret agents and their missions to protect their country or organization from various threats

narrativa spionistica, romanzo di spionaggio

narrativa spionistica, romanzo di spionaggio

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thriller
[sostantivo]

a movie, novel, etc. with an exciting plot that deals with crime

romanzo

romanzo

Ex: They recommended a thriller for the next movie night .Hanno raccomandato un **thriller** per la prossima serata cinematografica.
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suspense fiction
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a genre of fiction that builds tension and excitement by creating an uncertain and dangerous situation for the protagonist and other characters

narrativa suspense, romanzo giallo

narrativa suspense, romanzo giallo

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swashbuckler
[sostantivo]

a genre of literature and film characterized by daring sword fights, adventurous sea voyages, and romantic themes, often set in historical periods such as the Renaissance or the Age of Exploration

spadaccino, avventuriero

spadaccino, avventuriero

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urban fiction
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a literary genre that focuses on life in inner-city communities and often includes elements of crime, romance, and street culture

narrativa urbana, letteratura urbana

narrativa urbana, letteratura urbana

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weird menace
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a subgenre of horror and mystery fiction that was popular in the 1930s and 1940s, characterized by supernatural, horror, or mysterious themes

minaccia bizzarra, pericolo strano

minaccia bizzarra, pericolo strano

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western fiction
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a literary genre that focuses on stories set primarily in the American Old West, typically featuring cowboys, gunslingers, and other iconic figures of the American West

narrativa western, romanzo western

narrativa western, romanzo western

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whodunit
[sostantivo]

a story, play, movie, etc. about a mystery or murder that the audience cannot solve until the end

giallo

giallo

Ex: The TV series became a hit for its compelling whodunit plotlines , where each episode presented a new mystery for the viewers to solve .La serie TV è diventata un successo per le sue avvincenti trame **giallo**, dove ogni episodio presentava un nuovo mistero da risolvere per gli spettatori.
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women's fiction
[sostantivo]

a literary genre that focuses on the experiences and issues of women, often exploring themes of relationships, identity, and personal growth

narrativa femminile, letteratura per donne

narrativa femminile, letteratura per donne

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a literary genre that targets readers aged between 12 and 18 and explores the experiences, challenges, and issues faced by young adults

narrativa per giovani adulti, letteratura per giovani adulti

narrativa per giovani adulti, letteratura per giovani adulti

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gay literature
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a genre of literature that tells stories about LGBTQ+ characters and topics, including finding oneself, facing prejudice, and seeking acceptance and understanding

letteratura gay, letteratura LGBTQ+

letteratura gay, letteratura LGBTQ+

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body horror
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a type of storytelling that focuses on showing disturbing and unsettling changes or deformities in the human body

orrore corporeo, orrore del corpo

orrore corporeo, orrore del corpo

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military fiction
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a genre of fiction that features stories centered on military themes, characters, or settings

narrativa militare

narrativa militare

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comedy of manners
[sostantivo]

a comic play, movie, book, etc. that portrays the behaviors of a particular social class, satirizing them

commedia delle maniere

commedia delle maniere

Ex: Richard Brinsley Sheridan 's " The School for Scandal " satirizes 18th-century British society with sharp comedy of manners.« The School for Scandal » di Richard Brinsley Sheridan satirizza la società britannica del XVIII secolo con una tagliente **commedia di costume**.
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dark comedy
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a genre of comedy that often deals with serious or taboo topics in a humorous or satirical way

commedia nera, umorismo nero

commedia nera, umorismo nero

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absurdist fiction
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a literary genre that focuses on the experiences of characters in situations where they cannot find any inherent purpose or meaning

narrativa assurda

narrativa assurda

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