Miehuullisuutta by Edmondo De Amicis
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"Miehuullisuutta" by Edmondo De Amicis is a narrative novella written in the late 19th century, likely during the 1890s. The book explores themes of human character and moral integrity, focusing particularly on the concept of bravery and its testing in dire circumstances. The story unfolds through the eyes of a narrator who becomes intrigued by a man living across the street, labeled a "petty merchant" by a friend, who expresses disdain for
such characters. The protagonist investigates the man's life, revealing a deeper story of courage and resilience amidst adversity during a time of chaos in southern Italy. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when the protagonist encounters a soldier who, despite being captured by bandits, exhibits courage and fortitude, leading to a chain of events that culminates in acts of sacrifice and honor. Through bold actions and an unyielding spirit, characters confront their inner moral struggles, illustrating the rich tapestry of human virtues against a backdrop of societal turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | De Amicis, Edmondo, 1846-1908 |
|---|---|
| Title | Miehuullisuutta |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 40.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Italian fiction -- Translations into Finnish |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38882 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 214 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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