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Lifetime: 1785 - 1873 Passed: ≈ 151 years ago

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Alessandro Manzoni

Books by Alessandro Manzoni

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Betrothed (I Promessi Sposi)

Romance Drama
Marriage Love Religion Romance Historical Fiction Oppression Betrayal Italy social commentary 17th Century Plague Spanish Rule

The Betrothed is a sweeping historical novel set in 17th century Italy. The story follows the tumultuous love story of Lucia and Renzo, two young people from humble backgrounds who find their path to marriage blocked by the powerful and cruel Don Rod...

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Betrothed

One of the most famous Italian books in history, The Betrothed was written by Alessandro Manzoni in 1827. The two main characters, Renzo and Lucy, are engaged to be married when Lucy tragically disappears. Little does Renzo know that Lucy has been ki...

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Gl'Inni sacri

Raccolta di 5 componimenti, ognuno dei quali tratta di una festività cattolica. - Summary by fabiola