L'olmo e l'edera by Anton Giulio Barrili
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"L'olmo e l'edera" by Anton Giulio Barrili is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work explores themes of love, nature, and the complexities of human relationships, with a focus on the characters residing in the lively atmosphere of Genoa. The story prominently features Guido Laurenti, a young naturalist, and the mysterious marchesa Bianca di Roccanera, who captivates him with her beauty." The opening of "L'olmo e l'edera" introduces us
to the narrator's perspective and his reflections on the nature of storytelling, emphasizing the importance of truth in narratives. It delves into the life of Guido Laurenti, who leads a reclusive life, engaging deeply with the natural world. His solitary existence is disrupted when he becomes enamored by the enigmatic marchesa Bianca, who captivates his thoughts as he observes her from a distance during a performance at the theatre. The narrative hints at the internal struggles Laurenti faces as he transitions from a life devoted to nature to one entwined with human emotion and desire, setting the stage for the unfolding of romantic and social complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Barrili, Anton Giulio, 1836-1908 |
|---|---|
| Title | L'olmo e l'edera |
| Credits | Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense - Milano) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22024 |
| Release Date | Jul 9, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 6494 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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