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"March 8, 2020 - April 3, 2020: Confinement of a Nation" is an intimate and deeply human diary that chronicles the first 40 days of Italian lockdown through the eyes of Shirley Gangeri. The narrator takes us on an emotional journey that begins with bewilderment in the face of an unreal silence - that of empty streets, silent bells, suspended life. Frustration immediately emerges toward a government that seems incapable of clear communication, making nighttime announcements that create confusion and fear. As the days progress, the narrative becomes more intimate and vulnerable. Anguish becomes the protagonist, alternating with moments of mental confusion that make even the simple act of writing difficult. The writing itself becomes fragmented, reflecting the state of mind of someone living in a surreal reality. Particularly touching is the observation of change in young people: from a seemingly depressed and isolated generation emerges a new vitality, a desire to rediscover forgotten activities. It's as if confinement had liberated a dormant creativity. The diary concludes with bitter reflections on the future: the awareness that "nothing will ever be the same again," predictions of devastating economic crises and social tensions. The epilogue, written years later, confirms these fears: people have become more aggressive, not kinder as hoped, and a new psychological epidemic afflicts especially the young. It is a document of extraordinary honesty that captures the essence of an era of suspension, fear, and transformation.