In My Neighborhood

In My Neighborhood is a lyrical humorous and provocative book documenting Giovanna Capone’s search for a political and personal identity as an Italian-American raised in an old world traditional family who later claims herself as a lesbian and a political activist. From beginning to end through poetry essay and memoir she explores her journey both emotionally and geographically as she leaves the hub of her ethnic identity in New York and enters the world beyond her childhood. Her writing is bound by a search for love freedom and ethnic identity and also by her feminist politics and point of view. Her beloved heritage is an ever-present touchstone as she examines her roots and describes her adult life and developing consciousness.