Dalla rupe: novella by Anton Giulio Barrili
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| Author | Barrili, Anton Giulio, 1836-1908 |
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| Title | Dalla rupe: novella |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Dalla rupe" by Anton Giulio Barrili is a novella written in the late 19th century. This work unfolds in the picturesque coastal region of Varigotti in Italy, and it centers around the life of the beautiful young Maddalena Mendàro, exploring themes of love, social class, and familial expectations. The story highlights her interactions with Pietro Bardini, a humble fisherman, against the backdrop of her overbearing mother, monna Brigida. The opening of the novella vividly paints the setting of Varigotti, a quaint fishing village on the Italian Riviera, where the narratorial voice actively engages the readers by introducing them to the local culture and geography. As the narrative progresses, we meet Maddalena, whose unparalleled beauty captivates the townsfolk and piques the interest of many suitors. The relationship between Maddalena and Pietro is delicately introduced; they are portrayed as innocent and mutually drawn to each other, despite the looming societal pressures and the conflict posed by Maddalena's mother, who wishes to arrange a marriage with the wealthy and enigmatic Brasilero. This opening section sets the stage for a rich exploration of emotion and conflict as Maddalena grapples with duty and desire, presenting a compelling narrative that promises to delve deeper into the character dynamics and societal constraints in place. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Italian fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54831 |
| Release Date | Jun 2, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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