L'Abbesse De Castro by Stendhal

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Author Stendhal, 1783-1842
Title L'Abbesse De Castro
Note Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "L'Abbesse de Castro" by Stendhal is a historical novel crafted in the early 19th century. The narrative unfolds in 16th-century Italy, encapsulating the tumultuous era marked by political strife and the lives of outlaws, while centering on the fate of Hélène de Campireali, a young heiress entwined in a forbidden love affair. At the start of the novel, the author sets a historical backdrop that details the rise of brigandage in Italy as a response to the harsh governance following the medieval republics. It contrasts the valor of these brigands, who are viewed with a mix of admiration and fear by the populace, with the oppressive actions of the local tyrants. As we are introduced to Hélène, who has returned from a convent, we see her fall for the impoverished yet daring young man, Jules Branciforte, setting the stage for a passionate and tumultuous relationship. Their connection is woven amid circumstances that spell impending tragedy due to class tensions and family expectations, hinting at the conflicts that will inevitably arise. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Italy -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject French fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 797
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 5, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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