Davide Copo

Davide Copo is an Italian author known for his novel 'The Wrong Side', which explores themes of political extremism through the story of a teenager, Erore, who becomes involved with a neo-fascist group. Drawing from his own experiences as a youth in a similar environment, Copo emphasizes the complexities of identity and the multitude of factors that can lead individuals down such paths. He has been active in discussions surrounding the rise of the far-right in Europe and the socio-economic issues contributing to this trend. In June 2023, he participated in the 4th Chania Book Festival, where he addressed the normalization of far-right ideologies and expressed concerns over human rights in Italy.