Franco Arminio (born 1960) is an Italian poet and writer.[1]

Arminio in 2019

Biography

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Arminio was born in Bisaccia. His poetry focuses on the conditions of the Italian peripheral areas, particularly the south. He has also produced various documentaries and worked as a journalist for several national publications.[2]

In 2018, he received the Brancati Prize for poetry.[citation needed] On 5 February 2022, one of his poems was recited by actor Filippo Scotti during the final evening of the Sanremo Music Festival.[1]

In 2024, he co-hosted the cultural program La biblioteca dei sentimenti on Rai 3.[3]

References

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  1. ^ a b Michele Gravino (11 February 2022). "Franco Arminio: il mondo salvato dall'eros". la Repubblica. Retrieved 27 September 2024.
  2. ^ "Arminio, Franco". Treccani. Retrieved 27 September 2024.
  3. ^ "Torna Biblioteca dei sentimenti, arrivano booktoker e influencer". Agenzia Nazionale Stampa Associata. 25 September 2024. Retrieved 27 September 2024.
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