| Author |
Rovani, Giuseppe, 1818-1874 |
| Title |
La giovinezza di Giulio Cesare, Volume 1 (of 2)
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| Original Publication |
Milano: Felice Legros, 1873.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 36.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library)
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| Summary |
"La giovinezza di Giulio Cesare, Volume 1 (of 2)" by Giuseppe Rovani is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative delves into the early life of the iconic Roman general and statesman, Julius Caesar, focusing on his youth amid the sociopolitical turmoil of ancient Rome. As characters such as Pompeo and Catilina enter the scene, the book promises to explore not only the historical context but also the personal experiences and relationships that shaped Caesar's path. At the start of the novel, Rovani sets the tone by discussing the artistic and literary climate of Italy, reflecting on the challenges of finding inspirational subjects in a society that often dismissed ancient Greek and Roman themes. The opening scene introduces the reader to a moment in Roman history marked by Pompeo's triumphant return from Africa, highlighting the political tensions between powerful figures and foreshadowing Caesar's ambitions. The narrative intricately weaves together dramatic events and personal aspirations, as we witness the young Caesar navigating the complexities of Roman society, from his interactions with influential mentors to his entanglements with figures like Catilina, all while laying the groundwork for the monumental role he is destined to play in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Italian |
| LoC Class |
DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
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| Subject |
Caesar, Julius -- Childhood and youth
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
75196 |
| Release Date |
Jan 24, 2025 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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