Il Nemico, vol. II by Alfredo Oriani

"Il Nemico, vol. II" by Alfredo Oriani is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of rural Russia, exploring themes of social class, rebellion, and personal struggles through the lives of its characters. The narrative introduces Loris, a young man grappling with his past as the son of a disgraced pope, and his interactions with figures from the aristocracy, such as Prince Anatolio Kovanski and his niece Tatiana. The opening of the work presents Loris's arrival at the castle of Ourikow, emphasizing the harsh, wintry landscape that symbolizes his isolation and despair. The narrative details his journey through the snow-covered steppes, reflecting the emotional weight of his family background and the oppressive atmosphere that permeates his existence. Upon reaching the castle, Loris encounters the prince and prepares for a confrontation with the memories of his father’s downfall. The introduction sets the stage for Loris's internal struggle and the dynamics of his relationships, particularly with the sickly and innocent Tatiana, hinting at complexities that will unfold as their stories intertwine amidst societal turbulence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Oriani, Alfredo, 1852-1909
Title Il Nemico, vol. II
Credits Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli, Barbara
Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 45.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Italian
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Italian fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 47295
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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