Il diritto di vivere: Dramma in tre atti by Roberto Bracco

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Il diritto di vivere: Dramma in tre atti by Roberto Bracco is a play written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the struggles of the working class through the character of Antonio Altieri and his interactions with family and fellow workers, particularly the challenges posed by ambition and the socioeconomic environment of the time. The opening of the drama sets the stage in an industrial workshop in Naples, where the atmosphere is charged with anticipation and excitement over a new machine invention by Antonio. Various characters, including his father Michele and a humorous worker named Martino, interact amid the backdrop of the workplace. The tension between ambition and the harsh realities of labor is introduced quickly, with Antonio commanding respect among his peers while dealing with the burdens of responsibility at home, including his relationship with Maddalena and the challenges of supporting their family. The act concludes with the celebration of the new machine, hinting at the themes of hope and struggle within the labor force. (This is an automatically generated summary.)