We Are Living in Pinocchio's World
The article reflects on the significance of Carlo Collodi's 'The Adventures of Pinocchio' and its relevance to contemporary society. It discusses the author's lesser-known background and the deeper themes of deception and societal critique present in the story. The author also highlights the beauty and understated nature of a Montblanc pen dedicated to Collodi, which encapsulates the essence of the tale.
- ▪Carlo Collodi, the author of 'The Adventures of Pinocchio', wrote under a pen name and is often overshadowed by his character.
- ▪The story explores themes of deception and societal critique, contrasting with the common perception of it as merely a tale about lying.
- ▪The Montblanc Writers Edition pen dedicated to Collodi is described as beautiful and underrated, capturing the essence of the story.
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| Original publisher | On my Om |
| Canonical URL | https://om.co/2026/05/25/we-are-living-in-pinocchios-world/ |
| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 09:57:09 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-26T10:07:47.871Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-26T10:07:47.871Z |
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May 25, 2026 We Are Living in Pinocchio’s World I have always wanted to own a Montblanc Writers Edition dedicated to Carlo Collodi, the Italian author whose real name was Carlo Lorenzini. He took his pen name from the Tuscan village where his mother was born, and then spent his career writing under a false name about a character who could not sustain one. I grew up reading the tales of Pinocchio, but only read the non-Disneyfied version as a grown-up. The book left an indelible impression on me. It is a great parable for modern times. In case you were wondering, I did get the pen. It is one of the most beautiful and underrated pens in the Montblanc Writers Series. I have been mildly obsessed with it for a long time. It is not overwhelming, gaudy, or over the top.
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