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Massimo Natale-Dep is an Associate Professor in the Department of Cultures and Civilizations at the University of Verona. He serves as Director of the research center 'L'eredità di Leopardi' and is a member of multiple academic committees, including the PhD School Board in Philology, Literature, and Performance Studies. His research focuses on Giacomo Leopardi's work, 20th-century poetry (particularly Andrea Zanzotto), 16th-century literature, tragic theater, and the reception of classical texts in modern and contemporary literature.
Teaching roles span undergraduate and graduate programs, including courses on Italian literature, philosophy, and bibliography therapy. He coordinates PhD modules such as 'Italian Poetry Abroad' and 'Quoting Greek Lyric: Leopardi.'
Research interests include the tragic tradition from Tasso to Manzoni, the influence of ancient literature on modern works, and comparative literary studies. He leads the research group 'Prospettive di ricerca su Andrea Zanzotto,' analyzing Zanzotto's archives and literary contributions.
Prof. Natale is affiliated with interdisciplinary centers like SKENÈ (Theater Studies) and GEOLITTERAE (Bibliotherapy). His professional activities include organizing courses in bibliography therapy and serving on editorial boards for academic programs.