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In the romantic backdrop of Verona, Gino, an Italian salesman, meets Ninon, the daughter of a Czech engineer. Their romance blossoms, but when Ninon learns she carries the AIDS virus from a previous acquaintance, she ends the relationship. Gino, drawn by unwavering love, proposes anyway, and they marry with full awareness of the difficulties that lie ahead. The story explores themes of love, commitment, and the realities of life with AIDS.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: John Berger
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