| Author |
Sand, George, 1804-1876 |
| Illustrator |
Cortazzo, Oreste, 1836-1912 |
| Translator |
Ives, George Burnham, 1856-1930 |
| Title |
The Piccinino, Volume 2 (of 2); The last of Aldinis
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| Original Publication |
United States: G. Barrie & son,1900.
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| Series Title |
The masterpieces of George Sand, volume 8
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Dagny and Laura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"The Piccinino, Volume 2; The Last of Aldinis" by George Sand is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This work is set against a backdrop of social class discussions, focusing on themes of nobility and identity, particularly through its main characters Michel and the Brigand Piccinino. It explores their interactions and philosophical debates, illustrating a conflict between inherited prestige and personal merit. At the start of this volume, the story resumes with Michel engaging in a heated dialogue centered on notions of nobility and the value of one's lineage. The characters discuss the implications of family history and personal achievement, contrasting the lives of noble families with those of commoners. Simultaneously, the narrative introduces the Piccinino preparing for a rendezvous with Mila, a character who embodies innocence and courage. Through these early chapters, Sand sets the stage for a richer exploration of material versus inherent worth, while establishing the relationships and motivations that will drive the plot forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French fiction -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69840 |
| Release Date |
Jan 19, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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