Italo Calvino
Italian novelist and short story writer
Born
October 15th, 1923
101 years ago
Died
September 19th, 1985
39 years ago — 61 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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An influential Italian novelist, short story writer, and journalist, the individual contributed significantly to 20th-century literature. Works often blend fantasy and realism, exploring themes of identity, existence, and narrative structure. Important literary contributions include works such as 'Invisible Cities', 'If on a winter's night a traveler', and 'The Baron in the Trees'. The writing style reflects a unique approach to storytelling, characterized by playful language and complex ideas. The individual was also active in journalism and literary criticism, influencing subsequent generations of writers.
Wrote 'Invisible Cities'
Authored 'If on a winter's night a traveler'
Published 'The Baron in the Trees'
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