Il Re bello by Aldo Palazzeschi

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Author Palazzeschi, Aldo, 1885-1974
Title Il Re bello
Note Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents Il Re bello -- L'anima -- L'ingegnere -- L'angelo -- Tre diversi amici e tre liquidi diversi -- Piccolo gioiello sentimentale -- Per una bella donna -- La bomba -- Il borsaiolo -- Alla morte non si sfugge -- Le due famiglie -- Il mendicante -- Il gobbo -- La veglia -- Industria.
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Summary "Il Re bello" by Aldo Palazzeschi is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the imaginary kingdom of Birònia and revolves around its ruler, King Ludovico XII, who faces personal and political turmoil regarding his royal lineage and the expectations surrounding heirs. At the heart of the narrative is the stark contrast between the king’s imposing persona and the underlying tensions within his family, particularly concerning his ailing queen and their inability to produce a male heir. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the court of Birònia, focusing on the king's anxious preparations and his deep-seated fears regarding the future of the monarchy. King Ludovico XII is depicted as a charismatic yet troubled ruler, grappling with personal demons and the pressure from his advisors as he navigates his responsibilities. The narrative highlights the emotional stakes as the aging royal couple desperately hopes for a son to secure the dynasty, while the queen suffers from health issues. This initial chapter lays a foundation of themes such as duty, disappointment, and the complexities of love and power in a royal setting, creating intrigue about the destinies of its central characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Italian
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Short stories, Italian
Subject Italian fiction -- 20th century
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EBook-No. 48801
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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