Le Aquile della Steppa: Romanzo by Emilio Salgari
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About this eBook
| Author | Salgari, Emilio, 1862-1911 |
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| Title | Le Aquile della Steppa: Romanzo |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Le_Aquile_della_steppa |
| Note | Reading ease score: 47.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Le Aquile della Steppa: Romanzo" by Emilio Salgari is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The book introduces readers to the harsh and dramatic world of the Turkestani steppes, focusing on themes of bravery, betrayal, and love amid the chaotic backdrop of tribal conflicts. The story likely revolves around the main character, Hossein, as he navigates perilous situations, possibly involving an abduction or vendetta related to his beloved, Talmà. At the start of the novel, the narrative plunges into a thrilling chase in a small village where a group of youths, commanded by a charismatic elder, pursues a fleeing man accused of complicity in the kidnapping of Talmà. The opening sets a tone of urgency and tension, showcasing a fierce confrontation as the aggressive villagers attempt to capture their quarry alive. As the intensity escalates, the inevitability of violence looms, leading to the prisoner’s horrific fate under the menacing threat of a brutal form of punishment involving quicksetting plaster—a reflection of the harsh reality faced by those living in such tumultuous times. Throughout this gripping beginning, the reader is introduced to the layered dynamics of honor, desperation, and the lengths one will go to protect loved ones, setting the stage for an enthralling adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Russia -- Fiction |
| Subject | Italian fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 64062 |
| Release Date | Dec 17, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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