Is Alessandro Baricco A-List?
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No — Alessandro Baricco is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1991C$0.1M
Castelli di Rabbia Publication
Early novel gains attention in Italy.
1993B▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Seta (Silk) International Success
His novel 'Silk' achieves international acclaim.
1996B$1M+$0.5M
Oceano Mare Publication
Further success with another novel.
2008B$2M+$1M
Directorial Debut - Lezione 21
Ventures into film directing.
2014B$3M+$1M
Mr Gwyn Publication
Continued novel releases maintain his readership.
2018B$4M+$1M
The Young Bride Publication
Continues writing and publishing novels.
2026B$5M+$1M
Acclaimed Italian Novelist
Baricco remains a respected and popular Italian writer, known for his lyrical prose and international success.
Last updated: February 25, 2026