In November 2009, following an official poll which appeared on the French weekly Le Figaro magazine, The Red Horse was pointed out by critic Étienne de Montety as the most important novel appeared in France in the last 25 years. On 18 December 2009, the Province of Milano awarded Corti the prestigious Prize Isimbardi, for citizens and associations promoting worthy initiatives in favour of the Milan community.
In November 2009, following a public survey published in the French weekly magazine Le Figaro, The Red Horse was highlighted by critic Étienne de Montety as the most significant novel to appear in France over the past 25 years. On December 18, 2009, the Province of Milano honored Corti with the prestigious Prize Isimbardi, recognizing citizens and associations that promote commendable endeavors benefiting the Milan community.