An intimate and passionate portrait of Enrico Berlinguer, a key figure in Italian political history. Through a compelling narrative, this book reveals the man behind the politician, exploring his roots in Sardinia, his formative years and rise on the national political scene. The story unfolds between crucial moments of the Italian 20th century, revealing the innovative thinking of a leader who was able to interpret and guide the transformations of society. From his youthful commitment to the leadership of the largest communist party in the West, the story reveals little-known episodes and decisive moments that shaped his political vision. The book explores his understanding of the moral question, his battles for social justice and his role in the international context during the Cold War years. Through unpublished documents and testimonies, a portrait emerges of a man who knew how to combine moral rigour and political pragmatism, profoundly influencing Italian political culture. A journey through the crucial years of the Republic, revealing the challenges, victories and difficulties of a complex historical period, narrated through the eyes of one of its most significant protagonists. An essential reading to understand the roots of the present and the transformations of Italian society.