Massimo Bontempelli
Massimo Bontempelli | |
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Bontempelli in 1954 | |
| Born | 12 May 1878 Como |
| Died | 21 July 1960 (aged 82) Rome |
| Occupation | novelist, short story writer, journalist, playwright, composer |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Genre | Novel, short story |
| Literary movement | Magical realism |
| Notable works | The Chess Set in the Mirror |
Massimo Bontempelli (12 May 1878 – 21 July 1960) was an Italian poet, playwright, novelist and composer. He was influential in developing and promoting the literary styles known as magical realism and lombard line.