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Godfather to Mussolini, national hero of Italy and the WWI irredentist movement, literary icon of Joyce and Pound, lover of actress Eleonora Duse: here is Lucy HughesHalletts extraordinary biography of Gabriele dAnnunzio, poet, bon vivant, harbinger of Italian fascism.Gabriele dAnnunzio was Italys premier poet at a time when poetry mattered enough to trigger riots. A brilliant selfpublicist in the first age of mass media, he used his fame to sell his work, seduce women, and promote his extreme nationalism. In 1915 dAnnunzios incendiary oratory helped drive Italy to enter the First World War, in which he achieved heroic status as an aviator.In 1919 he led a troop of mutineers into the Croatian port of Fiume and there a delinquent citystate. Futurists, anarchists, communists, and protofascists descended on the city. So did literati and thrill seekers, drug dealers, and prostitutes. After fifteen months an Italian gunship brought the regime to an end, but the adventure had its sequel: three years later, the fascists marched on Rome, belting out anthems theyd learned in Fiume, as Mussolini consciously modeled himself after the great poet.At once an aesthete and a militarist, dAnnunzio wrote with equal enthusiasm about Fortuny gowns and torpedoes, and enjoyed making love on beds strewn with rose petals as much as risking death as an aviator. Lucy HughesHalletts stunning biography vividly recreates his flamboyant life and dramatic times, tracing the early twentieth centurys trajectory from Romantic idealism to world war and fascist aggression.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Gabriele d'Annunzio: Poet, Seducer, and Preacher of War'? A: The main theme revolves around the life and influence of Gabriele d'Annunzio, exploring his dual identity as a poet and militarist, and how his actions shaped Italian nationalism and fascism.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The biography is written by Lucy Hughes-Hallett, who provides an in-depth look at d'Annunzio's life and impact.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on August 20, 2013.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 608 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This is a used book in acceptable condition, which may have some signs of wear.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is this the first edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the first United States edition of 'Gabriele d'Annunzio: Poet, Seducer, and Preacher of War'.
- Q: What are some notable aspects of d'Annunzio's life covered in the biography? A: The biography highlights his role as a national hero, his literary connections to figures like Joyce and Pound, and his controversial involvement in the First World War and early fascism.
- Q: What makes this biography unique? A: This biography is unique for its vivid portrayal of d'Annunzio's flamboyant lifestyle, his influence on Italian politics, and the cultural context of his time.
- Q: Can I find this book in other formats? A: This listing specifically mentions the hardcover format; availability in other formats may vary by retailer.