Antonio Pennacchi

Antonio Pennacchi won the Strega Prize, one of Italy's most prestigious literary awards, for his novel "Canale Mussolini" in 2010.

Pennacchi's writing is characterized by its blend of historical rigor and a vivid, often colloquial narrative voice. He frequently explores themes of labor, social change, and the lives of ordinary people within significant historical contexts.

Yes, "Canale Mussolini" has a sequel titled "Canale Mussolini. Parte seconda," continuing the saga of the Peruzzi family.