Vasco Pratolini, a celebrated and illustrious Italian writer of note, came into the world on October 19, 1913, in the enchanting city of Florence, a place of great beauty and cultural significance, situated in the heart of Tuscany, a region celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, which has played a significant role in shaping the country's artistic, architectural, and literary traditions.
Vittorio Pratolini's life, characterized by a multitude of pivotal occurrences, gradually came to a halt on January 12, 1991, in the ancient and storied city of Rome, nestled within the picturesque region of Lazio, and situated within the borders of the Italian Republic.