Leopardi's Literary and Philosophical Transformation

Skibidi boom, Leopardi goes from classic vibes to a dank personal style. In the 1816-1817 zone, he lowkey ditches that arcadian toilet poetry, diving into Romanticism but keeping it critical. His edge hits hard with themes of infinite desire and universal unhappiness. Fast forward to 1819-1820, and this goon flips the script on religion, embracing materialism and atheism. Nature? Initially a cozy mom, but later a cold, indifferent force. From a nurturing vibe to a harsh reality, Leopardi's poetic ship sails into the stormy seas of existential dread and deep pessimism.