Il D'Ambra, Lucio 1880-1939 creator text utu 2016 monographic it 1 online resource : multiple file formats "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.) 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) Original publication data not identified Italian fiction PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52744 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52744 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134221.0 52744