Gabriele D'Annunzio was an Italian poet, playwright, and novelist born in 1863. A key figure in the Decadent movement, he is known for his flamboyant style and exploration of beauty, love, and the human experience. D'Annunzio's life was as dramatic as his works, marked by romantic entanglements and a fervent nationalism that led to his infamous occupation of Fiume in 1919. His literary contributions, including "The Pleasure" and "The Daughter of Iorio," reflect a deep engagement with themes of identity and idealism, making him a complex and controversial figure in Italian literature.
