02309cam a22003013u 4500 52744 UtSlPG 20260610134221.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG it iso639-1 PQ D'Ambra, Lucio, 1880-1939 Il trampolino per le stelle: Tre dialoghi e due racconti Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-08-07 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) "Il trampolino per le stelle: Tre dialoghi e due racconti" by Lucio D'Ambra is a collection of dialogues and stories written in the early 20th century." The work explores themes of love, aspiration, and the human condition through the character of Pierrot, a poet who reflects on his desires and struggles with the illusions of love and life. The narrative blends elements of existential thought with a touch of whimsy, showcasing the dichotomy between dreams and harsh realities. "At the start of the book, we are introduced to Pierrot, a conflicted character who longs for love and truth while grappling with disappointment and betrayal." The opening dialogue takes place in a dimly lit attic, where Pierrot converses with a friend about his tumultuous feelings for Colombina, a figure representing unattainable love. As they discuss love's complexities against a backdrop of a snow-filled carnival, Pierrot reveals his inner turmoil and dreams of escaping to a better existence, symbolized by a "trampolino" that would catapult him into the stars. This deep exploration of a poet’s psyche sets the stage for a poignant examination of hope and despair intertwined with the fabric of human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Italian fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52744 93578 93578