Il Marzocco was an Italian language weekly literary and art magazine which was published in Florence, Italy, between 1896 and 1932. The title was chosen by Gabriele D'Annunzio which was a reference to the symbol of the ancient Republic of Florence and also, of the popular rule.[ The magazine covered articles on a wide range of subjects such as women's rights and political events. Its subtitle was periodico settimanale di letteratura e d'arte (Italian language: Weekly literary and arts periodical).]
History and profile
Il Marzocco was launched in 1896,[ The magazine advocated the Aestheticism approach of Gabriele D'Annunzio and an Antipositivism stance until 1899.][ Then it supported pure literature and art opposing the decorative literature.][ The articles covered in the magazine appeared with photographic images.][ It advocated the nationalism and war interventionism.][ Following the end of World War I and the start of fascist rule in Italy the magazine managed to remain untouched and was not affected from the negative effects of the press laws dated 1926.][
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As of 1926 Adolfo Orvieto was the editor-in-chief of Il Marzocco which was published on a weekly basis.[ One of Ada Negri's articles supported the right of single women to give birth children.][ Corradini served as the director of the magazine and also, published political comments when he was not a well-known figure in politics.][ Joyce's article was not accepted for publication probably due to its anti-British sentiment.][ Because Il Marzocco had significant numbers of British subscribers.]
Il Marzocco folded in 1932.[ Its issues were digitized by the National Library of Italy in Rome.][
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