Vita di Francesco Burlamacchi by Francesco Domenico Guerrazzi

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Author Guerrazzi, Francesco Domenico, 1804-1873
LoC No. 02002193
Title Vita di Francesco Burlamacchi
Note Reading ease score: 24.8 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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Summary "Vita di Francesco Burlamacchi" by Francesco Domenico Guerrazzi is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work centers on the life of Francesco Burlamacchi, a notable figure from Lucca, who embodies the struggles and aspirations of Italy during a time of political turmoil. Guerrazzi aims to portray Burlamacchi's legacy, detailing his contributions to Italian freedom and republican ideals. The opening of the narrative presents a prologue reflecting on the broader historical context of Italy's decline and the longing for revival. Guerrazzi critiques the political landscape, lamenting how foreign domination and internal strife have stifled the nation's potential for greatness. He introduces key themes such as the contrast between ambition and tyranny, and the significance of individual heroism in the face of adversity. As he sets the stage for Burlamacchi's life, the author evokes a somber yet hopeful tone, suggesting that the greatness of Italy, represented through figures like Burlamacchi, lies dormant, waiting to be awakened. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Italian
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Burlamacchi, Francesco, 1498-1548
Subject Lucca (Italy) -- History
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EBook-No. 48267
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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