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Title: Colomba

Note: Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Dagny; Emma Dudding; John Bickers; David Widger

Summary: "Colomba" by Prosper Mérimée is a novel written in the early 19th century, set against the picturesque backdrop of Corsica. The story unfolds with Colonel Sir Thomas Nevil and his daughter Lydia arriving in Marseilles after a trip to Italy, accompanied by their desire for adventure. Disillusioned by their travels, they become intrigued by the tales of Corsican bandits and the local customs as they contemplate traveling to Corsica. The narrative promises a rich exploration of themes including honor, vengeance, and family ties, centered around the characters of Orso, a Corsican lieutenant, and his sister Colomba, who holds traditional values concerning revenge. The opening of "Colomba" introduces readers to Colonel Nevil and his daughter Lydia, who are critical of their recent tour of Italy. Their plans to travel to Corsica take shape after Colonel Nevil hears from Captain Ellis about the hunting opportunities there. As they discuss their travels over dinner, Lydia is captivated by the idea of Corsican vendettas, particularly after a spirited conversation with Captain Ellis about banditry. They meet Lieutenant Orso della Rebbia, who is on half-pay after serving in the military. The relationship between the characters begins to develop as Lydia finds herself drawn to Orso's charm, while the shadow of his family's vendetta against another family, the Barricinis, looms large over the story, hinting at future conflicts. The captivating blend of romance and intrigue establishes a compelling narrative that dives into the complexities of Corsican identity and the weight of familial obligation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870

Translator: Loyd, Mary, Lady, 1853-1936

EBook No.: 2708

Published: Mar 28, 2006

Downloads: 238

Language: English

Subject: Revenge -- Fiction

Subject: Murder -- Fiction

Subject: Vendetta -- Fiction

Subject: Corsica (France) -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-05T19:38:18Z Colomba

This edition has images.

Title: Colomba

Note: Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Dagny; Emma Dudding; John Bickers; David Widger

Summary: "Colomba" by Prosper Mérimée is a novel written in the early 19th century, set against the picturesque backdrop of Corsica. The story unfolds with Colonel Sir Thomas Nevil and his daughter Lydia arriving in Marseilles after a trip to Italy, accompanied by their desire for adventure. Disillusioned by their travels, they become intrigued by the tales of Corsican bandits and the local customs as they contemplate traveling to Corsica. The narrative promises a rich exploration of themes including honor, vengeance, and family ties, centered around the characters of Orso, a Corsican lieutenant, and his sister Colomba, who holds traditional values concerning revenge. The opening of "Colomba" introduces readers to Colonel Nevil and his daughter Lydia, who are critical of their recent tour of Italy. Their plans to travel to Corsica take shape after Colonel Nevil hears from Captain Ellis about the hunting opportunities there. As they discuss their travels over dinner, Lydia is captivated by the idea of Corsican vendettas, particularly after a spirited conversation with Captain Ellis about banditry. They meet Lieutenant Orso della Rebbia, who is on half-pay after serving in the military. The relationship between the characters begins to develop as Lydia finds herself drawn to Orso's charm, while the shadow of his family's vendetta against another family, the Barricinis, looms large over the story, hinting at future conflicts. The captivating blend of romance and intrigue establishes a compelling narrative that dives into the complexities of Corsican identity and the weight of familial obligation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870

Translator: Loyd, Mary, Lady, 1853-1936

EBook No.: 2708

Published: Mar 28, 2006

Downloads: 238

Language: English

Subject: Revenge -- Fiction

Subject: Murder -- Fiction

Subject: Vendetta -- Fiction

Subject: Corsica (France) -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:2708:3 2006-03-28T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Loyd, Mary, Lady Mérimée, Prosper en 1