“Monsignor Giuseppe Farrugia: His Life and Achievements” by Stephen Attard is the first in-depth exploration of one of Gozo’s most distinguished cultural figures, published to mark the centenary of Farrugia’s passing.
Based on Attard’s dissertation and edited by Prof. Maria Frendo, the book presents Farrugia (1852–1925) as a true polymath — a theologian, musician, orator, linguist, designer, rector, librarian, and visionary whose talents spanned numerous disciplines.
Attard situates Farrugia within the social and cultural context of his time, illustrating how his intellectual curiosity, artistic creativity (particularly in music), architectural vision, and eloquence contributed profoundly to Gozitan identity and Maltese scholarship.
Richly annotated and meticulously structured, the study combines biographical narrative with critical analysis — including assessments of Farrugia’s musical compositions — to reveal the remarkable range and enduring significance of his accomplishments.
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