The Legacy of the Italian Resistance

Focusing on the representation of the 'three wars' within Italian Resistance culture from 1945 to today, this book uniquely bridges historical and cultural analysis. Author Philip Cooke critiques the often simplistic use of literary texts by historians and the superficial historical context provided by literary critics. By examining works from writers like Calvino and Vittorini, as well as films like Paisà and La notte di San Lorenzo, Cooke enhances our comprehension of a pivotal era in Italian history and culture.