Le confessioni di fra Gualberto : storia del secolo XIV by Anton Giulio Barrili
"Le confessioni di fra Gualberto: storia del secolo XIV" by Anton Giulio Barrili is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book follows the character of Fra Gualberto, exploring themes of confession, personal struggles, and the historical context of the 14th century. Through the lens of Gualberto's life, the narrative delves into the complexities of faith, repentance, and the human experience during a turbulent time. The opening of the
novel introduces us to Fra Gualberto, who begins his confessions with a sense of sorrow and introspection. He reflects on his past life as Gentile Vivaldi, a member of a noble family, who embarked on various adventures at sea but ultimately faced personal turmoil. The narrative transitions to Gualberto's experiences in a monastic setting, highlighting his internal battles and the influences of love and fate that permeate his life. As he contemplates his choices and seeks redemption, the reader is drawn into a richly detailed historical backdrop, setting the stage for further exploration of his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Le confessioni di fra Gualberto : storia del secolo XIV
Original Publication
Italy: Fratelli Treves Editori, 1874.
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)
Reading Level
Reading ease score: 51.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
