Racconti by Caterina Percoto

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Author Percoto, Caterina, 1812-1887
Title Racconti
Note Reading ease score: 40.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents Niccolò Tommaseo a' lettori -- Lis cidulis, scene carniche -- Prete Poco, biografia -- La nipote del parroco -- Il refrattario -- Maria -- Un episodio dell'anno della fame -- Il licof -- Il pane dei morti -- Il cuc -- La festa dei pastori -- Reginetta -- Il vecchio Osvaldo -- La fila -- La coltrice nuziale -- La donna di Osopo -- La resurrezione di Marco Craglievich -- Il contrabbando -- La moglie -- La cognata -- La malata -- L'album della suocera -- La sçhiarnete.
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Summary "Racconti" by Caterina Percoto is a collection of short stories written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the lives, struggles, and emotions of various characters, exploring themes of love, family, and the realities of rural life in Italy during that period. It emphasizes the significance of personal experience and connection to one's roots. The opening of the book introduces us to Giacomo, a young man on his way back to his hometown after three years of absence. As he travels, he contemplates his return with a mix of joy and anxiety, particularly regarding his love for Rosa, a girl he left behind. The narrative captures his emotional journey as he navigates through memories of his past, relationships with family members, and preparations for the upcoming celebrations in the village, all while creating a vivid picture of the natural beauty surrounding him. This beginning sets the tone for a poignant exploration of human connections and the impact of life's choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Italian
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Short stories, Italian
Subject Italian fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 49510
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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