Alessandro Manzoni
The Betrothed (Everymans Library)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781841593579
- author:
- Alessandro Manzoni
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Everyman
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 680
- Dimensions:
- 3.3 x 13.5 x 21 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Betrothed by Alessandro Manzoni is set against the backdrop of Lombardy during the late 1620s, under Spanish occupation. At its heart is the story of two young lovers, Renzo and Lucia, whose desire to be together is thwarted by the ambitions of Don Rodrigo. Forced to flee, they face numerous challenges, including illness, hardship, and imprisonment, as they strive to reunite. Their journey takes them through a complex web of characters, each with their own motivations and secrets. From the enigmatic Nun of Monza to the fiery Father Cristoforo, these individuals shape the narrative of The Betrothed, adding depth and complexity to the tale of enduring passion. Through its portrayal of love, loss, and perseverance, this novel offers a vivid portrayal of life in 17th-century Italy, where the boundaries between duty, loyalty, and personal desire are constantly tested.
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