| Author |
Verga, Giovanni, 1840-1922 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 |
| Translator |
Craig, Mary A. |
| Uniform Title |
I Malavoglia. English
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| Title |
The House by the Medlar-Tree
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
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| Summary |
"The House by the Medlar-Tree" by Giovanni Verga is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the lives of the Malavoglia family, who live in a small Italian fishing village beset by poverty and difficult social conditions. It examines the themes of familial duty, honor, and the impact of fate on their existence, particularly through the character of Padron ’Ntoni, the patriarch, as he navigates the hardships posed by society and personal loss. The opening of the novel introduces us to the Malavoglia family and their simple life at Aci Trezza. We learn about Padron ’Ntoni, his son Bastianazzo, and his daughter-in-law La Longa, along with their family dynamics and traditions. The story depicts the family's struggles as they deal with the conscription of young ’Ntoni for military service and the consequent emotional turmoil that ensues. The narrative vividly sets the stage for the family's challenges by illustrating their relationships and the socio-economic issues they face, capturing the essence of their daily lives, hopes, and fears. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Italy -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
54684 |
| Release Date |
May 8, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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