Rienzi, the Last of the Roman Tribunes by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton

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Author Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
Title Rienzi, the Last of the Roman Tribunes
Note Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Sue Asscher and David Widger
Summary "Rienzi, the Last of the Roman Tribunes" by Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story is set in 14th century Rome and follows the life of Cola di Rienzi, a passionate young scholar who aspires to reform his city plagued by feuding aristocrats and tyranny. Driven by the political turmoil and personal tragedies around him, Rienzi takes on a monumental role as he fights for the rights of the common people. The opening of the novel introduces the main character, Cola di Rienzi, and his younger brother as they walk by the Tiber River, discussing dreams of a better future for Rome. Cola's idealism and desire for justice contrast sharply with the harsh realities of their society, where noble families like the Orsini and Colonna hold oppressive power over the populace. A tragic encounter evolves when a nobleman’s procession leads to a violent conflict, resulting in the untimely death of Cola's brother, which deeply impacts Cola and ignites a fervent quest for justice. This event sets the stage for Rienzi’s transformation from a dreamy scholar into a determined leader for the people, eagerly positioning him for the unfolding political drama in Rome. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Rienzo, Cola di, -1354 -- Fiction
Subject Biographical fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 1396
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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