Cody Franchetti's Poetic Debut with 'L'archeolatra e i tifosi del futuro'

Cody Franchetti, a musician, scholar, and writer educated between Paris and New York with a music degree and a master's in history from Columbia University, has published his first poetry collection, 'L'archeolatra e i tifosi del futuro' (La nave di Teseo, edited by the Airone series). The book explores time, memory, and desire, juxtaposing ancient depth with contemporary speed. Franchetti, who has contributed essays on philosophy, literature, and music analysis and collaborated with Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall (presenting Franchetti Songs in 2019, set to music by Michael Linton), describes his poetry as a form of resistance against the rejection of the known, rooted in the Italian tradition and enriched by international experiences. In an interview, he discusses the role of pain, memory, and light in his work, distinguishing his concept of 'archeolatra' from mere archaeology. He emphasizes that his poetry does not aim to exorcise pain but to measure it, drawing on Pietro Verri's philosophy. He also reflects on his friendship with poet Patrizia Cavalli and the influence of his life between Rome, Paris, and New York, which deepened his connection to Italian culture. The collection includes poems like 'Giovinezza scampata,' which celebrates the end of youth, and 'Architetture e tmesi di me stesso,' dealing with fractures and pain.