Roberto Saviano's absence from the guest list for the Frankfurt Book Fair sparked outrage among fellow writers, who argue it reflects a troubling trend of censorship in Italy.
The controversy surrounding Saviano's attendance highlights a growing tension between artistic expression and political dissent in Italy, particularly under the current far-right government.
Saviano's criticism of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's policies has made him a target, culminating in a fine that underscores the peril faced by dissenting voices in contemporary Italy.
This year's Frankfurt Book Fair, featuring Italy as the guest of honor, reveals the critical divide between government-supported literary narratives and those opposing the status quo.
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