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Giacosa, Giuseppe
1847
1906
Giacosa, G. (Giuseppe)
La zampa del gatto
Teatro in prosa vol. II
Wikipedia page about this book: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_zampa_del_gatto
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"La zampa del gatto" by Giuseppe Giacosa is a one-act comedy written in the late 19th century. This play delves into themes of love, deception, and the complexities of relationships, revolving around a romantic encounter influenced by misunderstandings and social norms of the time. The story is set in Marcello's study, highlighting the interplay between the characters, each representing varying perspectives on love and society. In the play, Marcello becomes entwined in a humorous and intricate situation when his friend, the baron Fabrizio, requests to use his home for an anonymous rendezvous with a woman, whom he has long admired. As the play unfolds, misunderstandings arise when Livia, the woman in question, arrives, having been invited by Fabrizio under unclear pretenses. Marcello, harboring feelings for Livia, faces a dilemma as rumors and assumptions cloud the reality of the situation. The tension escalates as Marcello grapples with jealousy and suspicion, only to discover the truth of Livia's intentions and Fabrizio's motivations, culminating in a resolution that captures the delicate balance of love, honor, and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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