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This timeless narrative resonates today, reminding listeners of the ongoing struggle between personal freedom and social obligation. Pirandello's masterful storytelling invites reflection on the nature of reality and illusion, making it a compelling listen for anyone seeking to understand the human condition in a world that often feels fragmented.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74446503</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:39 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74446503/late_mattia_pascal_luigi_pirandello.mp3" length="250721942" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William John Locke</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Late Mattia Pascal" by Luigi Pirandello explores the profound themes of identity and existence through the life of its protagonist, who grapples with the complexities of selfhood and the masks we wear in society. 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