Massimilla Doni by Honoré de Balzac
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About this eBook
| Author | Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850 |
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| Translator | Bell, Clara, 1834-1927 |
| Translator | Waring, James |
| Title | Massimilla Doni |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massimilla_Doni |
| Credits | Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny |
| Summary | "Massimilla Doni" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel written in the mid-19th century that explores the intertwined themes of love, social status, and personal conflict within the backdrop of Venetian aristocracy. The narrative introduces key characters, including the beautiful Duchess Massimilla Doni and her lover, Emilio Memmi, a young nobleman enamored with her. The story delves into their passionate relationship, the complexities of societal expectations, and the allure of both wealth and love. The opening of the novel sets the stage by reflecting on the decline of the Venetian aristocracy, starkly contrasting past grandeur with present poverty. As we meet Massimilla, who has recently lost her mother, we learn of her marriage to Duke Cataneo, a union that has left her feeling spiritually and emotionally unfulfilled. Instead of the love she has longed for, Massimilla finds herself isolated, prompting her to seek adventure in Venice, where she crosses paths with Emilio. Their meeting ignites a powerful yet complicated attraction, fraught with emotional intensity and unacknowledged barriers. This intricate interplay of desire, societal obligation, and personal integrity is the focus of the narrative, promising a rich exploration of romantic and dramatic tensions that resonate throughout their journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1811 |
| Release Date | Mar 12, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 97 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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