Luigi Pirandello was an Italian playwright, novelist, and short story writer, born on June 28, 1867, in Agrigento, Sicily. He is best known for his innovative plays that explore themes of identity, reality, and the nature of truth. His most famous work, Six Characters in Search of an Author, revolutionized modern theater by blending fiction and reality.
Pirandello's writing often reflects his belief that human perception is subjective and that individuals wear different masks in society. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1934 for his significant contributions to literature, particularly in the realm of drama. He passed away on December 10, 1936.