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Margherita Dolce Vita

Margherita Dolce Vita is a narrative that delves into the complexities of Italian life and the journey of self-discovery. The story follows the protagonist through various experiences, reflecting the rich tapestry of Italian society and the pursuit of a fulfilling life. more

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Stefano Benni
Stefano Benni

Stefano Benni is an Italian writer born on August 12, 1947. Known for his humorous and satirical style, his works have gained popularity among readers. more

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“I wish to you sunshine, my dear one, my dear one. And treetops for you to soar past. I wish to you innocence, my child, my child. I pray you don't grow up too fast. Never know pain, my dear one, my dear one. Nor hunger nor fear nor sorrow. Never know war, my child, my child. Remember your hope for tomorrow.”

“He misses the feeling of creating something out of something. That’s right — something out of something. Because something out of nothing is when you make something up out of thin air, in which case it has no value. Anybody can do that. But something out of something means it was really there the whole time, inside you, and you discover it as part of something new, that’s never happened before.”

“School days, I believe, are the unhappiest in the whole span of human existence. They are full of dull, unintelligible tasks, new and unpleasant ordinances, brutal violations of common sense and common decency. It doesn't take a reasonably bright boy long to discover that most of what is rammed into him is nonsense, and that no one really cares very much whether he learns it or not.”