| Author |
Beltramelli, Antonio, 1874-1930 |
| Title |
Le novelle della guerra
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| Original Publication |
Milano: Treves, 1919.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
A mio padre -- Per ricordare -- La scuola degli uomini -- Le nonne -- La vela nera -- L'agguato -- I superstiti -- Pietro Aresu -- In morte di un eroe -- L'insidia -- Il Rosso -- Commiato.
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| Credits |
Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library)
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| Summary |
"Le novelle della guerra" by Antonio Beltramelli is a collection of narratives likely written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the experiences of soldiers and the sentiments surrounding wartime, particularly focusing on issues of bravery, sacrifice, and the impact of conflict on personal lives and familial relationships. The narratives seem rooted in historical events and emphasize the connections between individuals and their broader national identity. At the start of the book, the author expresses deep reverence for his father, a soldier whose experiences serve as a testament to Italian pride and resilience. The opening portion introduces themes of sacrifice as the author recounts the struggles of soldiers during their campaigns, particularly focusing on the circumstances surrounding the infamous battle of Adua. The text presents a vivid portrayal of the emotional and physical toll of war, showcasing conversations that highlight both the glory and shame experienced by the soldiers and their families, setting the tone for deeper explorations into the consequences of conflict throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Italian |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Short stories, Italian
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| Subject |
Turco-Italian war, 1911-1912 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71446 |
| Release Date |
Aug 19, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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