| Author |
Avancini, Avancinio |
| Title |
Novelle lombarde
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 48.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense - Milano)
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| Summary |
"Novelle lombarde" by Avancinio Avancini is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories reflect the customs and simple passions of the Lombard countryside, providing a glimpse into the daily lives and struggles of its characters. Through themes of love, societal norms, and personal challenges, Avancini's work seems to resonate with realistic portrayals of life rather than dramatic exaggerations. The opening of the collection introduces us to the character Giovan Bello, who seeks to marry Sabina despite his modest means as a woodcutter. As they navigate societal expectations, the narrative unfolds with Sabina appearing surprisingly unconcerned about their precarious situation. Their interactions reveal societal pressures surrounding marriage and family, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of rural life dynamics. The atmosphere of hard work and the pursuit of happiness against the backdrop of economic struggles is palpable, creating a sense of authenticity that drives the initial story forward. (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 |
Short stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
21422 |
| Release Date |
May 12, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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