| Author |
Voynich, E. L. (Ethel Lillian), 1864-1960 |
| Title |
The Gadfly
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gadfly
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| Credits |
Produced by Judy Boss, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Gadfly" by E. L. Voynich is a novel written during the late 19th century. Set in Italy, the book revolves around themes of revolution, faith, and personal sacrifice, focusing on the life of Arthur Burton, a young Englishman drawn into the fervent political movements aimed at liberating Italy from Austrian control. The narrative intertwines Arthur's philosophical and emotional struggles, especially regarding his relationships and loyalties, as he wrestles with his identity and purpose in a tumultuous historical context. At the start of "The Gadfly," we are introduced to Arthur Burton, a sensitive and introspective young man studying at a theological seminary in Pisa. He is often aided by Canon Montanelli, his spiritual mentor, who recognizes Arthur's struggles following the death of his mother. As conversations unfold between Arthur and Montanelli, the ideological schisms between faith and revolutionary zeal begin to emerge. Arthur's yearning to liberate Italy becomes entangled with his burgeoning feelings for Gemma, a comrade with strong ties to the revolutionary movement, and his evolving perspective on love and duty pits him against the harsh realities of betrayal and political intrigue. The opening chapters set the tone for a tale that promises to explore the profound moral and personal dilemmas Arthur faces as he becomes further enmeshed in the revolutionary ideals he is drawn to. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Italy -- History -- Revolution of 1848 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Revolutionaries -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Italy -- History -- 1815-1870 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3431 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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