Cronache Letterarie by Luigi Capuana

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Author Capuana, Luigi, 1839-1915
Title Cronache Letterarie
Note Reading ease score: 36.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents Nuovi ideali d'arte e di critica, conferenza -- Felice Cavallotti, drammaturgo e poeta -- Alfonso Daudet -- Goethe -- Giovanni Meli -- Gabriele d'Annunzio -- Emilio Zola -- Una jettatura -- La Chimera -- E. Rod; E. Lesca -- Vittorio Pica -- Enrico Ibsen -- Di un'opinione di E. Zacconi -- Ascensioni umane -- Tullo Massarani -- E. De Amicis e P. Martini -- La nevrosi artistica -- Domando la parola -- Per un romanzo -- Dialoghi d'Esteta -- Edoardo Boutet e le sue cronache drammatiche -- La Società per gli studi francesi in Italia.
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Summary "Cronache Letterarie" by Luigi Capuana is a collection of literary critiques and discussions written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the nature of art, exploring its essence and role in society, reflecting the shifting ideals of aesthetics during that time. Capuana examines various perspectives on art and critiques contemporary artistic movements, highlighting the importance of form and the challenges faced by artists in maintaining their integrity amidst societal expectations. The opening of "Cronache Letterarie" presents a rich tapestry of ideas, where Capuana expresses his thoughts on the essence of art. He opens with a reference to Toscano philosopher Francesco De Sanctis, addressing the struggle artists face when attempting to convey deep ethical or religious allegories through their work. This section discusses the tension between imagination and abstraction in art, proclaiming that true artistic creation cannot be limited to rigid ideals. Capuana goes on to challenge the opinions of significant figures like Leo Tolstoy, who condemned many contemporary works, emphasizing that the artist's duty lies in evoking vitality through form rather than succumbing to ethical or social pressures. This philosophical exploration sets the tone for his broader examination of literature and art throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Italian
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Literature -- History and criticism
Subject Art in literature
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EBook-No. 36109
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