Vita dei campi
'Vita dei campi' Summary
Vita dei campi, published in 1880, is a collection of ten short stories by Giovanni Verga that explores the harsh realities of rural life in Sicily. Verga's writing style, known as Verismo, emphasizes realism and social critique, capturing the struggles, hopes, and despair of the peasantry through a detached, objective voice. The stories depict the cycle of poverty, the crushing weight of tradition, and the inevitable clash between individual desires and societal forces. Verga's vivid portrayal of the Sicilian countryside and the lives of its inhabitants leaves a lasting impression, highlighting the social injustices and human tragedies that plague the marginalized.Book Details
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Giovanni Verga
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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 ...
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