| Author |
Costa, Enrico, 1841-1909 |
| Title |
Il muto di Gallura : Racconto storico sardo
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| Original Publication |
Tempio Pausania: G. Tortu, 1912.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 43.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Sardegna Digital Library)
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| Summary |
"Il muto di Gallura: Racconto storico sardo" by Enrico Costa is a historical narrative written in the late 19th century. The book explores the tumultuous history of vendettas and rivalries in Gallura, particularly focusing on the life of the protagonist, Bastiano Tansu, a mute bandit whose story intertwines with the broader themes of love, vengeance, and societal conflict. The opening portion introduces us to Bastiano Tansu, a young man grappling with the inner turmoil of love and revenge against the backdrop of his tumultuous life as a bandit. The narrative captures his obsession with Gavina, the daughter of a local pastor, and portrays his struggle between the dueling emotions of love and hatred. As Bastiano wanders through the dark night, armed with his rifle, we witness the complexity of his character and the societal influences that have shaped his actions. The text sets the stage for the unfolding tale of blood feuds in Gallura, emphasizing the deep-seated rivalries and the tragic consequences of unchecked vengeance in the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Italian |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Gallura (Italy) -- History -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74218 |
| Release Date |
Aug 9, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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