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D'Annunzio, Gabriele
1863
1938
Annunzio, Gabriele d'
Montenevoso, Gabriele d'Annunzio, principe di
Hergesheimer, Joseph
1880
1954
Mantellini, Gaetano Ettore Raffaele
1856
Mantellini, Rafael
20006708
Tales of My Native Town
Translation in part of: Le novelle della Pescara, #53184.
The hero -- The Countess of Amalfi -- The return of Turlendana -- Turlendana drunk -- The gold pieces -- Sorcery -- The idolaters -- Mungia -- The downfall of Candia -- The death of the Duke of Ofena -- The War of the Bridge -- The virgin Anna.
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"Tales of My Native Town" by Gabriele D'Annunzio is a collection of short stories that was likely written in the early 20th century. Set in the picturesque town of Pescara, it immerses readers in the local culture, blending elements of realism and fantastic occurrences. The narratives often explore themes of passion, heroism, and tragedy through the lives of the characters, such as the titular Turlendana and other vivid personalities that populate the stories. At the start of the book, we encounter a vibrant celebration in Mascalico, where the townsfolk are honoring their Patron Saint, Gonselvo. Amidst the festivities, L’Ummalido suffers a terrible injury while helping to carry the statue of the saint, symbolizing the sacrifices of the community. As his companions argue over his position after the accident, L’Ummalido’s determination to fulfill his duty reflects the profound connection between the individuals and their cultural traditions. This opening scene not only sets the tone for the book's exploration of local life but also introduces the reader to the mixture of beauty and raw humanity that D'Annunzio captures in his tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Italy -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Italian fiction -- Translations into English
Short stories, Italian -- Translations into English
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