La giovinezza di Giulio Cesare, Volume 2 (of 2) by Giuseppe Rovani
"La giovinezza di Giulio Cesare, Volume 2" by Giuseppe Rovani is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative delves into the life and tumultuous background of young Julius Caesar as he navigates the treacherous waters of Roman society, family conflict, and the political intrigues of his time. The central characters introduced include Marco Sceva, his morally flawed father Publio, and Gordiene, a significant figure representing love and tragedy
in Marco's life. At the start of the volume, the tension in the Sceva household is palpable as Marco attempts to locate Gordiene, who is hidden in a dangerous situation involving his father, Publio. Their confrontation leads to a violent and tragic climax, showcasing the darkness of familial betrayal and the societal norms of the time that bind characters to their fateful roles. Marco's desperation to save Gordiene culminates in a heartbreaking moment of loss, setting the stage for further exploration of his character and the broader political scheming represented by figures like Caesar and Catiline as the plot develops. This opening lays a strong emotional foundation that hints at the larger historical events intertwined with personal tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Rovani, Giuseppe, 1818-1874 |
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| Title | La giovinezza di Giulio Cesare, Volume 2 (of 2) |
| Original Publication | Milano: Felice Legros, 1873. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 39.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library) |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Caesar, Julius -- Childhood and youth |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75197 |
| Release Date | Jan 24, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 138 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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