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The Betrothed: A Historical Novel of Love, Faith, and Endurance
Paperback
Classic FictionGeneral FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781617201493
Publisher: SMK Books
Published: Apr 27 2011
Pages: 404
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A sweeping historical novel of love, faith, and perseverance set against the turbulence of seventeenth-century Italy.
In The Betrothed, Alessandro Manzoni tells the story of two young lovers, Renzo and Lucia, whose plans for marriage are repeatedly disrupted by injustice, political disorder, and personal hardship. Set in Lombardy during a time of famine, war, and plague, the novel follows their separate journeys as they struggle to reunite.
Manzoni combines detailed historical context with a deeply human narrative, exploring themes of faith, moral responsibility, and the role of providence in shaping events. The work offers both a vivid portrayal of Italian society and a reflection on the endurance of hope in the face of adversity.
First published in the nineteenth century, The Betrothed is widely regarded as one of the greatest works of Italian literature and a cornerstone of historical fiction. This unabridged edition preserves the complete text, making it suitable for homeschool study, classroom use, and general reading.
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