Don Pietro Caruso by Roberto Bracco

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Author Bracco, Roberto, 1861-1943
Title Don Pietro Caruso
Note Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Don Pietro Caruso" by Roberto Bracco is a single-act play written in the late 19th century, specifically in the 1890s. The drama unfolds in Naples and revolves around the complex relationship between a father, Don Pietro Caruso, and his daughter, Margherita, against the backdrop of personal tragedy, love, and social norms. The play explores themes of honor, morality, and the consequences of choices made in the name of love. In this poignant drama, Don Pietro faces a heartbreaking dilemma when he learns that his daughter, Margherita, has become involved with Count Fabrizio Fabrizi. The interplay between the three characters captures the tensions of love and societal expectation, as Fabrizio is reluctant to marry Margherita, leading to deep emotional conflict. As Margherita confesses her love for Fabrizio, the characters navigate the painful realities of their intertwined fates, culminating in a powerful resolution that highlights the burdens of parental responsibility and the heartbreaking realities of societal judgment. The play ultimately raises questions about the sacrifices one must make in the name of love and honor, leaving the audience with a lingering sense of melancholy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Italian
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Italian drama
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EBook-No. 38217
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