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Convivia: Art, Poetry and Philosphy

Convivia, the banquets of Ancient Greece, the places where artists, politicians, actors and writer came together to discuss culture, the arts and philosophy in a relaxed atmosphere of food and drink…. A concept which has inspired our intent and goal of stimulating cultural exchange though discourse in a convivial environment.
“Convivia” is a new exciting publication offering a new point of view on the arts. It is the official magazine of L’Auriga (the Charioteer) arts movement founded by Gianluca Polastri and Andrea Aste.

Director: Andrea Aste
Editor in chief: Gianluca Polastri
Editorial Staff: Dario Janese, Marco Manera, Alessandro Pola

The Convivium, Art and Philosophy: Many point of views by G. Polastri
The difficult relation between Byzantine intellectuals and classicism by M. Manera
Two Things and One: The androgynous by D. Janese
Il Nuovo Orfeo: The discovery of Monteverdi’s opera by A. Pola
Convivium. The exhibition catalogue.
L’Auriga. The philosophical manifesto by A.Aste and G.Polastri

Issue n° 1

For subscriptions or more information regarding Convivia, contact me at info@andreaaste.com

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Non dire mail il suo nome, Convivia and the manifesto of L'auriga were presented at the Fiera Internazionale del Libro di Torino, at Lingotto Fiere, Sala Arancio, 12 May.

Non dire mai il suo nome
(Never Say Its Name)

"Non dire mai il suo nome" is an original novel whose story develops through letters, poems and paintings.

“The touching and deep analysis of sentiments made by the prose alternating with poetry moves seamlessly from mind to heart. Several languages melting. The illustrations are part of the narrative and represent A more intimate snapshot of a sentiment of solitude which the author struggles against with the fragility of hope, apprehensive yet resilient.”

Ananke Editions, 2007

L’Anno del Cigno
(The Year of the Swan)

A profound and insightful book of poetry by Dario Janese with selected illustrations of oil paintings by Andrea Aste. Love, disillusions, hopes and a touch of magic....

By Dario Janese, Sandro Penna Editions, 2007

Cuori Smascherati
(Unmasked Hearts)

A collection of poetry and paintings by Italian gay and lesbians artists. An exploration of gay relationships, love and civil rights.

Edited by G. Polastri, Ananke Editions, 2006

Never Say Its Name was nominated in 2007 as one of the five best books of poetry by the prestigious Carver Prize.

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Labitinto Manhattan
(Manhattan Labyrinth)

A book about New York and its streets, its colours, its magic.

By Katia Piccini

Cover "The yellow Cab" by Andrea Aste

Cartman Editions, 2008


	Convivia: Art, Poetry and Philosphy Convivia, the banquets of Ancient Greece, the places where artists, politicians, actors and writer came together to discuss culture, the arts and philosophy in a relaxed atmosphere of food and drink…. A concept which has inspired our intent and goal of stimulating cultural exchange though discourse in a convivial environment. “Convivia” is a new exciting publication offering a new point of view on the arts. It is the official magazine of L’Auriga (the Charioteer) arts movement founded by Gianluca Polastri and Andrea Aste. Director: Andrea Aste Editor in chief: Gianluca Polastri Editorial Staff: Dario Janese, Marco Manera, Alessandro Pola The Convivium, Art and Philosophy: Many point of views by G. Polastri The difficult relation between Byzantine intellectuals and classicism by M. Manera Two Things and One: The androgynous by D. Janese Il Nuovo Orfeo: The discovery of Monteverdi’s opera by A. Pola Convivium. The exhibition catalogue. L’Auriga. The philosophical manifesto by A.Aste and G.Polastri Issue n° 1 For subscriptions or more information regarding Convivia, contact me at info@andreaaste.com click here to see inside the book Non dire mail il suo nome, Convivia and the manifesto of L'auriga were presented at the Fiera Internazionale del Libro di Torino, at Lingotto Fiere, Sala Arancio, 12 May. Non dire mai il suo nome (Never Say Its Name) "Non dire mai il suo nome" is an original novel whose story develops through letters, poems and paintings. “The touching and deep analysis of sentiments made by the prose alternating with poetry moves seamlessly from mind to heart. Several languages melting. The illustrations are part of the narrative and represent A more intimate snapshot of a sentiment of solitude which the author struggles against with the fragility of hope, apprehensive yet resilient.” Ananke Editions, 2007 L’Anno del Cigno (The Year of the Swan) A profound and insightful book of poetry by Dario Janese with selected illustrations of oil paintings by Andrea Aste. Love, disillusions, hopes and a touch of magic.... By Dario Janese, Sandro Penna Editions, 2007 Cuori Smascherati (Unmasked Hearts) A collection of poetry and paintings by Italian gay and lesbians artists. An exploration of gay relationships, love and civil rights. Edited by G. Polastri, Ananke Editions, 2006 Never Say Its Name was nominated in 2007 as one of the five best books of poetry by the prestigious Carver Prize. click on the Carver logo to discover more click on the stain to order the book on line Labitinto Manhattan (Manhattan Labyrinth) A book about New York and its streets, its colours, its magic. By Katia Piccini Cover "The yellow Cab" by Andrea Aste Cartman Editions, 2008

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