Manzoni, Alessandro

The Betrothed (Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780140442748
author:
Manzoni, Alessandro
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
1983
Pages:
720
Dimensions:
19.71 x 13 x 3.43 centimetres (0
Genre:
19th century fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£13.90

Description

The Betrothed (I Promessi Sposi) by Alessandro Manzoni is set against the backdrop of 17th-century Lombardy during the Spanish occupation. The novel tells the story of two young lovers, Renzo and Lucia, whose love is threatened by the petty tyrant Don Rodrigo. Forced to flee, they face numerous dangers, including plague, famine, and imprisonment, as they struggle to be reunited. Their journey takes them through a complex web of characters, including the mysterious Nun of Monza and the fiery Father Cristoforo. As they navigate this treacherous landscape, Manzoni explores themes of enduring passion, love, power, and faith, presenting a vivid portrayal of 17th-century Italian life. Published by National Geographic Books, The Betrothed is part of Penguin Classics, a leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world.

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