- His 1915 novel "Quaderni di Serafino Gubbio, operatore", is credited as being the first novel by a major writer dealing with the world of movies and moviemaking (the main character is an 'operatore', a cameraman).
- Was awarded the 1934 Nobel prize in literature.
- Cousin of Carmelina Fragapane mother of Andrea Camilleri.
- His play, Absolutely! (Perhaps), was adapted by Martin Sherman in a new version and performed at the Wyndham Theatre and was nominated for a 2004 Laurence Olivier Theatre Award for Best Revival of 2003.
- Joined the National Fascist Party (PNF) in 1924.
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