Gavino Ledda
Italian writer (b. 1938)
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Summary
Gavino Ledda was born on December 30, 1938[1], in Siligo[2]. He has worked as an actor[3], film director[4], screenwriter[5], writer[6], and novelist[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (590 views/month, #7,293 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Italy[9]
- Occupation: university teacher[10], linguist[11]
- Employer: University of Cagliari[12]
- Educated at: Sapienza University of Rome[13]
- Notable work: Padre Padrone[14]
- Award received: Viareggio Prize[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Commons category: Gavino Ledda[17]
- Family name: Ledda[18]
- Given name: Gavino[19]
- Work location: Cagliari[20]
- Described at URL: https://www.ponzaracconta.it/2025/06/24/gavino-ledda-una-vita-e-un-mondo-in-unintervista/[21]
- Instrument: accordion[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Sardinian[23], Italian[24]
Why It Matters
Gavino Ledda has Wikipedia articles in 12 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] He is known by 9 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
FAQs
Where was Gavino Ledda born?
Gavino Ledda's place of birth was Siligo[2].
What did Gavino Ledda do for work?
Gavino Ledda worked as an actor[3], film director[4], screenwriter[5], writer[6], and novelist[7].
Where did Gavino Ledda go to school?
Gavino Ledda was educated at Sapienza University of Rome[13].
What awards did Gavino Ledda receive?
Honors received include Viareggio Prize[15].