Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa

Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa (1896–1957) was an Italian writer and prince best known for his novel The Leopard (Il Gattopardo). Published posthumously in 1958, the novel contains the famous line 'If we want things to stay as they are, things will have to change,' reflecting its theme of social change and preservation.

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If We Want Things to Stay as They Are, Things Will Have to Change - Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa

Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa was an Italian writer, famous for his novel 'The Leopard.' In the novel, set during the Italian unification in the 19th century, this quote reflects the idea of reforming to avoid revolution and maintaining personal and societal power through strategic change. [...]

Created on: 10/19/2024