Giovannino Guareschi facts for kids
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Giovannino Guareschi
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| Born | Giovannino Oliviero Giuseppe Guareschi 1 May 1908 Roccabianca, Emilia, Kingdom of Italy |
| Died | 22 July 1968 (aged 60) Cervia, Romagna, Italian Republic |
| Resting place | Church of St Michael Archangel, Le Roncole, Busseto |
| Occupation | Writer, journalist, caricaturist, humorist, movie director |
| Genre | Political satire, war novel, short story |
| Notable works | Creation of character Don Camillo, La rabbia, anti-communist cartoons |
| Spouse |
Ennia Pallini
(m. 1940) |
| Children | Carlotta Alberto |
Giovannino Guareschi (born May 1, 1908 – died July 22, 1968) was a famous Italian writer, journalist, and cartoonist. He was known for his funny stories and drawings. His most famous creation was a character named Don Camillo, a strong-willed priest.
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The Life of Giovannino Guareschi
Giovannino Guareschi was born in a small town called Fontanelle di Roccabianca, Italy, in 1908. He often joked about his name, Giovannino, which means "little John," because he was a big man!
When he was 18, his family faced money problems. Because of this, he couldn't finish his studies at the university. After working at different small jobs, he started writing for a local newspaper.
Early Career and War Time
In 1929, he became the editor of a funny magazine called Corriere Emiliano. From 1936 to 1943, he was the main editor of another similar magazine, Bertoldo.
In 1943, Giovannino joined the army. This helped him avoid trouble with the Italian government at the time, which was led by a group called the Fascists. He became an officer in the artillery.
Later in 1943, Italy made a peace agreement with the Allies. Giovannino was then arrested and held in prison camps in Poland for almost two years. He wrote about his experiences during this time in his book Diario Clandestino (which means My Secret Diary).
After the War and Famous Works
After World War II, Guareschi returned to Italy. In 1945, he started his own weekly magazine called Candido. This magazine was known for its funny and sometimes critical articles.
He often used his magazine to make fun of political groups. For example, he criticized the Communists. He even made up a popular saying: "Inside the voting booth God can see you, Stalin can't." This was a humorous way to encourage people to vote freely.
Giovannino Guareschi's most famous stories are about a priest named Don Camillo and the mayor of his village, Peppone. Peppone was a Communist, and he and Don Camillo were often in funny arguments. These stories show the everyday life and disagreements in a small Italian village.
These popular stories were turned into radio shows, TV shows, and movies. The movies starring Fernandel as Don Camillo became very famous.
Later Life
By 1956, Giovannino's health was not good. He started spending time in Switzerland for medical care. In 1957, he stopped being the main editor of Candido, but he still wrote for the magazine.
Giovannino Guareschi passed away in 1968 from a heart attack. He was 60 years old.
Films Based on His Work
Many films were made based on Giovannino Guareschi's popular Don Camillo stories.
Don Camillo Film Series
- Little World of Don Camillo - Don Camillo (1952)
- The Return of Don Camillo - Il ritorno di Don Camillo (1953)
- Don Camillo's Last Round - Don Camillo e l'onorevole Peppone (1955)
- Don Camillo: Monsignor - Don Camillo Monsignore... ma non troppo! (1961)
- Don Camillo in Moscow - Il compagno Don Camillo (1965)
- Don Camillo and the today's youth - Don Camillo e i giovani d'oggi (1970), an unfinished project
- Don Camillo and the today's youth - Don Camillo e i giovani d'oggi (1972)
- The World of Don Camillo - Don Camillo (1983), a remake by Terence Hill and Colin Blakely
See also
In Spanish: Giovannino Guareschi para niños
