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Mastro-don Gesualdo, romanzo
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Classic FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781024228113
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 534
Weight: 1.63
Height: 1.08 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Italian
Mastro-don Gesualdo is a landmark novel by Giovanni Verga, originally published in 1889. A powerful work of Italian realism, the novel chronicles the life of Gesualdo Motta, a self-made man driven by ambition and a relentless desire for social advancement. Set in 19th-century Sicily, the story follows Gesualdo's rise from humble origins to wealth and prominence, and the personal sacrifices he makes along the way.
Verga masterfully portrays the social and economic forces that shape Gesualdo's destiny, offering a stark and unflinching portrayal of Sicilian society. Through vivid characters and a richly detailed narrative, Mastro-don Gesualdo explores themes of class struggle, family conflict, and the corrosive effects of materialism. This enduring classic remains a powerful and relevant exploration of human ambition and the complexities of social change.
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