Where Ego Was, “We” Shall Be. A Conversation with Alberto Prunetti on Working-Class Literature

Abstract

This interview with Alberto Prunetti focuses on his work both as a writer (Amianto, 108 metri, Nel girone dei bestemmiatori), and as the editor of Alegre’s “Working-class” series and one of the organisers of the Working-Class Literature Festival (Campi Bisenzio, March 31st — April 2nd 2023). One of the most relevant voice’s in Italy today on the topic of working-class literature, Prunetti explores here some questions on literature, class struggle, and trying to find one’s own voice.