Captain Mansana & Mother's Hands by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson

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Author Bjørnson, Bjørnstjerne, 1832-1910
Editor Gosse, Edmund, 1849-1928
Title Captain Mansana & Mother's Hands
Alternate Title Captain Mansana and Mother's Hands
Note Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Captain Mansana & Mother's Hands" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The book consists of two stories, with Captain Mansana being a tale of patriotism and personal struggle during Italy's fight for unity and freedom, featuring the titular character, Giuseppe Mansana, who emerges as a complicated figure driven by love and legacy. The narrative explores themes of familial connections, sacrifice, and the dichotomy between personal ambition and collective ideals. The opening of "Captain Mansana" introduces us to a narrator reminiscing about his past in Rome and the events surrounding the funeral of the patriot Giuseppe Mansana, whose remains have been exhumed after years of neglect. The narrator reflects on his connections to Mansana's family and the political turmoil of Italy, setting the stage for the exploration of character dynamics and historical context. As the funeral procession unfolds, the reader is introduced to Mansana's widow and her sons, who embody the struggles of the family against societal expectations and personal demons. The tension between past sacrifices and the present moment is palpable, hinting at the complex emotional landscape that will be further explored in the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fiction
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