Bontempelli, Massimo 1878-1960 creator text utu 2016 monographic it 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Dallo Stelvio al mare" by Massimo Bontempelli is a narrative work written in the early 20th century, likely around the time of World War I. The text appears to explore themes related to war, perhaps as a reflection on the experiences and sentiments of soldiers and civilians during a time of conflict. It invites readers to consider the juxtaposition of peaceful life and the harsh realities of war. The opening portion establishes a contemplative atmosphere leading up to the war, emphasizing the feelings and observations of individuals as they approach the front lines. The narrator reflects on the nature of war, expressing a sense of discomfort and the surreal beauty around industrial sites of arms production. There is an exploration of the quiet before the storm, marked by the actions and emotions of soldiers, the local populace's attitudes, and the overarching tension caused by an impending military conflict. Through vivid descriptions and philosophical musings, Bontempelli sets the stage for a profound examination of the human experience amid the chaos and destruction of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-04-02 Produced by Carlo Traverso, Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Italian Bontempelli, Massimo, 1878-1960 World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Italy World War, 1914-1918 -- Journalists -- Biography War correspondents -- Italy -- Biography Soldiers -- Italy -- Biography D501 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51624 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51624 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134205.0 51624