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Exploring the intersection of literary production and the concept of the 'people', this work delves into critical issues in post-War Italian history and the rise of contemporary populism. Asor Rosa, a key figure in the Workerist tradition, examines the development of a modern national tradition in Italy, addressing themes such as Italian Marxist historicism, Gramsci's influence, and the dynamics between Fascism and the Left. Through a thorough critique of significant modern Italian literary figures, the book offers a rich analysis of culture and politics.
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The Writer and the People, Alberto Asor Rosa
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- The Writer and the People
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Alberto Asor Rosa
- Publisher
- Seagull Books
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 396
- ISBN13
- 9780857423429
- Category
- About Literature, History
- Description
- Exploring the intersection of literary production and the concept of the 'people', this work delves into critical issues in post-War Italian history and the rise of contemporary populism. Asor Rosa, a key figure in the Workerist tradition, examines the development of a modern national tradition in Italy, addressing themes such as Italian Marxist historicism, Gramsci's influence, and the dynamics between Fascism and the Left. Through a thorough critique of significant modern Italian literary figures, the book offers a rich analysis of culture and politics.