"Utopia and Dystopia in Post-War Italian Literature" offers an in-depth analysis of the utopian and dystopian elements in Italian literature after World War II. The author, Daniele Fioretti, examines the works of four significant writers: Pasolini, Calvino, Sanguineti, and Volponi. These authors represent different positions in the Italian cultural debate and illuminate the complex meanings of utopia and dystopia. The book raises central questions about the distinction between these concepts and the role of science fiction in this discourse. Furthermore, it closely examines the significance of four influential literary magazines that played a key role in the cultural and political discourse on utopia in Italy. The analysis provides an original perspective on the social role of literature and its impact on society.