Michele Cianciulli

For the statesman born in 1734 see Michele Cianciulli Angelo.

Michele Cianciulli (1895–1965) was an Italian lawyer, historian and philosopher.

Cianciulli, born in Montella, was charged with the teaching of philosophy at the University La Sapienza in Rome.

He has written books in history and philosophy. The most well-known are the works on King Manfred of Sicily and on Brigantaggio.

Known for his moral integrity he executed the last wills for several important inheritances and was a known anti-fascist in the period 1922-1945.

He was the administrator responsible for the Grande Oriente di Italia in the 1950-1955. He was friends with and exchanged letters with the composer Nino Rota. He died in Rome in 1965.

Works

Rare and unpublished

Sources

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