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Visconti Venosta, Giovanni
1831
1906
Venosta, Giovanni Visconti
Novelle
$aFirenze :$bLe Monnier, $c1871.
Una scappata fuori del nido: memorie di Alberto -- Lo scartafaccio dell'amico Michele -- L'avvocato Massimo e il suo impiego.
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"Novelle" by Giovanni Visconti Venosta is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The work emphasizes the importance of modern literature that reflects contemporary society and its values, aiming to educate and correct societal flaws through relatable narratives that capture everyday life. The stories are likely infused with humor and poignant lessons, featuring characters that readers may readily recognize from their own lives. At the start of "Novelle," the narrator, Alberto, reflects on two unpleasant memories from his childhood involving a curate's sister and her injured pet bird, which serve as the backdrop for broader themes of disobedience and consequence. He recounts the sister's passionate affection for the bird, illustrating his young self's fascination with its misfortunes. As Alberto grows up, he recalls this youthful episode in relation to his own rebellious spirit, paralleling the journey out of childhood naivety towards a more complicated adulthood filled with challenges. This introduction sets the stage for a narrative steeped in personal recollection and societal critique, hinting at the introspective journey that will follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Italian fiction -- 19th century
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