Under The Shadow Of Etna: Sicilian Stories

Under the Shadow of Etna: Sicilian Stories

by Giovanni Verga

Giovanni Verga's "Under the Shadow of Etna" is a collection of short stories that paint a vivid picture of life in 19th-century Sicily. Verga, a master of Italian verismo, focuses on the struggles and hardships faced by working-class characters in a rural, often harsh environment. The stories explore themes of love, loss, poverty, honor, and the enduring power of tradition in a society grappling with societal change. Through stark realism and unflinching honesty, Verga offers a glimpse into the lives of Sicilian peasants and their complex relationships within their community.

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Giovanni Carmelo Verga was an Italian realist (verista) writer, best known for his depictions of life in his native Sicily, especially the short story (and&nbsp...

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