Novelle brianzuole by Cesare Cantù

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Author Cantù, Cesare, 1804-1895
Title Novelle brianzuole
Note Reading ease score: 46.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents Cesare Cantù -- La Madonna d'Imbevera -- La battaglia di Verderio -- Il castello di Brivio -- La setajuola -- Agnese o la veglia di stalla.
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Bibliotecario d'Ateneo, Scienza dell'antichità, filologico
letterarie storico artistiche)
Summary "Novelle Brianzuole" by Cesare Cantù is a collection of short stories likely written in the late 19th century. This literary work delves into the culture, history, and folklore of the Brianza region in Italy, often reflecting themes of social class, tradition, and the intricacies of rural life. The opening section introduces characters and settings that weave together elements of nostalgia and historical narrative. At the start of the book, the narrative begins with a vivid description of the Brianza landscape, focusing on its transformation from ancient lake to cultivated land. The protagonist, Don Alfonso, is introduced as a local feudatory who holds oppressive power over the peasants, notably affecting the lives of a humble family living nearby. Through dialogues and interactions among characters like Cipriano, the peasants, and the oppressive Don Alfonso, the opening hints at imminent conflicts rooted in historical grievances and social hierarchies, setting the stage for a rich exploration of local lore intertwined with personal vendettas. (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. 60945
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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