
Where Angels Fear to Tread
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Where Angels Fear to Tread is a novel that explores the clash between English and Italian cultures through the story of Lilia Herriton, a widowed woman who falls in love with and marries a younger Italian man while traveling in Tuscany. Her family, outraged by the misalliance, attempts to intervene and control her life, ultimately leading to tragedy. The novel delves into themes of love, family, cultural difference, social class, and the struggle for individual freedom and independence.Book Details
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