Vittorio Sereni's Prose Collection 'Senza l'onore delle armi' Reissued with New Critical Preface

Il Saggiatore has reissued Vittorio Sereni's prose work 'Senza l'onore delle armi' in its 'La cultura' series, continuing its commendable effort to republish the poet's oeuvre. This volume collects five prose texts inspired by Sereni's experiences during World War II. It includes Dante Isella's original philological-bibliographical note from the 1986 Scheiwiller edition, which was published posthumously according to the author's wishes. A new critical preface by Luca Lenzini, who authored the significant volume 'Verso la trasparenza' (Quodlibet 2019), provides fresh insights. The reissue follows previous publications of Sereni's poetry collections 'Stella variabile' and 'Gli strumenti umani', as well as his verse translations in 'Il musicante di Saint-Merry'. 'Senza l'onore delle armi' is highlighted as an important entry point for readers new to Sereni, offering a multifaceted perspective on his literary legacy. The book's significance stems from its direct engagement with the author's wartime reflections, presented through a blend of historical documentation and contemporary scholarly analysis.