Francesca Leopardi

Francesca Leopardi (1800-1885) was the younger sister of the renowned Italian poet Giacomo Leopardi. She is noted for her role in his life, supporting and caring for him despite their family's challenges and Giacomo's struggles with health and melancholia. Francesca’s correspondence with her brother offers insights into his personal life and influences his work. While not as famous as Giacomo, her contributions reflect the intimate dynamics of familial love and support in the face of adversity. Her life provides a lens into the emotional environment that shaped one of Italy’s greatest literary figures.