| Author |
Calandra, Edoardo, 1852-1911 |
| Title |
Reliquie - Le masse cristiane
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| Original Publication |
Torino: Casanova, 1889.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 43.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Reliquie - Le masse cristiane" by Edoardo Calandra is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story introduces readers to its characters as they prepare for a hunting trip, capturing moments of camaraderie, anticipation, and the beauty of the Italian countryside. It explores themes of nostalgia, curiosity about the past, and the complexities of personal relationships, particularly through the interactions of Mario and the narrator. At the start of the novel, Mario and the narrator arrive at a quaint house dubbed "the Palace" for their hunting expedition. As they settle in, they are greeted by local caretakers and engage in various domestic activities, such as unpacking and preparing their hunting gear. The narrative vividly describes their surroundings, including a garden filled with fruit trees and a charming village atmosphere. As Mario expresses his fascination with local history and antiquities, the narrator reflects on the charm of the place, setting the stage for deeper exploration of their experiences and relationships throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Italian |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Italian fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71373 |
| Release Date |
Aug 9, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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