Cristina by Matilde Serao

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Author Serao, Matilde, 1856-1927
Title Cristina
Note Reading ease score: 46.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents Cristina -- Sacrilegio.
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Summary "Cristina" by Matilde Serao is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the life of a young woman, Cristina Demartino, exploring themes of love, societal expectations, and the nuances of personal relationships in a provincial Italian setting. The narrative captures the emotional complexities and societal struggles of a woman navigating her desires and the pressures imposed on her by her family and community. The plot follows Cristina as she grapples with her feelings towards Peppino Fiorillo, a young man who becomes infatuated with her. Despite his passionate advances, Cristina remains indifferent and is mainly focused on her family responsibilities, including the impending departure of her younger brother to a military academy. As Peppino pursues her relentlessly, Cristina's life takes unexpected turns, illustrated by her encounters with love, expectation, and ultimately tragedy. The climax unfolds with a dramatic event that forces Cristina to confront the reality of her emotions and relationships, leading her down a path of unforeseen choices. The novel portrays not only the personal turmoil of its protagonist but also reflects broader social themes relevant to women’s freedom and aspirations during its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Italian
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Italian fiction
Subject Short stories, Italian
Category Text
EBook-No. 42237
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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