Roberto Calasso
Roberto Calasso was a prominent Italian publisher and writer, known for his profound essays and explorations of mythology and literature. Born in 1941, Calasso served as the director of Adelphi Edizioni, a significant publishing house in Italy, where he championed the works of many influential authors. His own writings, including titles like 'The Marriage of Cadmus and Harmony,' reflect a deep intellectual engagement with the Western literary tradition, making him a key figure in contemporary Italian literature.
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Roberto Calasso was a notable figure who frequented the bookstore where Andrea Carbini worked.
La storia di Andrea Carbini: «Facevo il manager della Feltrinelli (e fondai Ubik), poi ho rinunciato alla carriera: adesso lavoro in edicola 16 ore al giorno»
Italy· 2026-05-31
Roberto Calasso wrote one of the most beautiful books about Tiepolo.
Tiepolo, il mito di Bellerofonte e quella sensazione (che proviamo tutti) di vivere dentro una finzioneItaly· 2025-09-07
Roberto Calasso was a significant figure in Adelphi's history and the uncle of Roberto Colajanni.
«Perché pubblichiamo tutto Philip Roth»- Corriere.itItaly· 2025-02-18
Roberto Calasso is known for his role at Adelphi.
Opinioni | I libri di Camilleri e l’arte del risvoltoItaly· 2025-02-10
