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Title:
The Romance Of Giovanni Calvotti
From Coals Of Fire And Other Stories, Volume II. (of III.)
Note: Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Romance of Giovanni Calvotti" by David Christie Murray is a novel written in the late 19th century. It follows the life of Giovanni Calvotti, an Italian artist struggling with poverty and the complexities of love as he navigates life in London. The narrative explores themes of artistry, social class, and personal integrity against the backdrop of emotional turmoil and unexpected friendships. The opening of the book introduces us to Giovanni, who lives in a shabby attic and faces financial hardship after losing his wealth to gambling. Despite his circumstances, he displays a whimsical attitude and a deep appreciation for art and music. Giovanni's life takes a turn when a mishap involving a young girl named Cecilia and his painting leads to a budding friendship with her and her sister, Miss Grammont. Their interactions reveal Giovanni's charm, his existential musings on creativity, and hints at his unrequited feelings for Cecilia, setting the stage for a deeper, more intricate plot involving love, betrayal, and socio-economic themes. In a twist of fate, the story escalates when Giovanni finds himself accused of murder, propelling him into a complex narrative of innocence and justice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Murray, David Christie, 1847-1907
EBook No.: 22207
Published: Aug 1, 2007
Downloads: 57
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Romance Of Giovanni Calvotti
From Coals Of Fire And Other Stories, Volume II. (of III.)
Note: Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Romance of Giovanni Calvotti" by David Christie Murray is a novel written in the late 19th century. It follows the life of Giovanni Calvotti, an Italian artist struggling with poverty and the complexities of love as he navigates life in London. The narrative explores themes of artistry, social class, and personal integrity against the backdrop of emotional turmoil and unexpected friendships. The opening of the book introduces us to Giovanni, who lives in a shabby attic and faces financial hardship after losing his wealth to gambling. Despite his circumstances, he displays a whimsical attitude and a deep appreciation for art and music. Giovanni's life takes a turn when a mishap involving a young girl named Cecilia and his painting leads to a budding friendship with her and her sister, Miss Grammont. Their interactions reveal Giovanni's charm, his existential musings on creativity, and hints at his unrequited feelings for Cecilia, setting the stage for a deeper, more intricate plot involving love, betrayal, and socio-economic themes. In a twist of fate, the story escalates when Giovanni finds himself accused of murder, propelling him into a complex narrative of innocence and justice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Murray, David Christie, 1847-1907
EBook No.: 22207
Published: Aug 1, 2007
Downloads: 57
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.