Arturo Graf (1848-1913) was a renowned Italian literary critic, literary historian, and poet, born in Athens, Greece. He was a figure of great importance in the Italian cultural landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Graf dedicated himself to the study of literature and culture, with a special interest in comparative literature, the history of ideas, and the influence of folklore. His academic career was marked by profound scholarship and a remarkable analytical ability, exploring the connections between different literary and philosophical traditions. He held the chair of Italian literature at the University of Turin for many years, where he trained generations of students. Among his most important works are 'Paganismo moderno' (Modern Paganism) and 'Roma nella memoria e nelle immaginazioni del medio evo' (Rome in the Memory and Imaginations of the Middle Ages), which demonstrate his vast culture and his skill in tracing the development of themes and motifs throughout history. Graf passed away in Turin, leaving a legacy of critical studies that continue to be references in the field of literature.