1749-01-16 — 1803-10-08
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Vittorio Alfieri was an Italian playwright and poet, considered one of the precursors of Romanticism in Italy. His work is marked by a strong sense of freedom, by criticism of tyranny, and by the exaltation of the individual.
Primarily known for his tragedies, Alfieri developed an intense and passionate dramatic style, exploring moral and political conflicts. His plays often addressed themes of heroism, patriotism, and the struggle against oppression.
