Vittoria — Volume 1 by George Meredith

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Author Meredith, George, 1828-1909
Title Vittoria — Volume 1
Note Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits This etext was produced by Pat Castevans and David Widger
Summary "Vittoria — Volume 1" by George Meredith is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative appears to explore themes of Italian nationalism and personal sacrifice against the backdrop of historic uprisings, focusing on a group of Italian characters who are deeply intertwined with their country's fate. Central to the story is Signorina Vittoria, a young and passionate cantatrice whose artistic pursuits become entangled with the political struggles of her time, along with Carlo Ammiani and other companions who are committed to freeing Italy. At the start of the book, the stage is set on the picturesque Monte Motterone, where five climbers pause to absorb the stunning landscape and engage in spirited conversations. Among them is Carlo Ammiani, who emerges as a significant figure passionate about the Italian cause. The interactions highlight a mix of humor, skepticism, and determination as they discuss the implications of their actions in light of the expected rebellion. The opening chapters introduce the central themes of friendship, loyalty, and the looming threat of oppression, leading up to the arrival of the celebrated cantatrice, Vittoria, who is poised to play a crucial role in the unfolding events surrounding the insurrection in Italy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject War stories
Subject Italy -- History -- Revolution of 1848 -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 4435
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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