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Uniform Title: I Malavoglia. English

Title: The House by the Medlar-Tree

Note: Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive

Summary: "The House by the Medlar-Tree" by Giovanni Verga is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the lives of the Malavoglia family, who live in a small Italian fishing village beset by poverty and difficult social conditions. It examines the themes of familial duty, honor, and the impact of fate on their existence, particularly through the character of Padron ’Ntoni, the patriarch, as he navigates the hardships posed by society and personal loss. The opening of the novel introduces us to the Malavoglia family and their simple life at Aci Trezza. We learn about Padron ’Ntoni, his son Bastianazzo, and his daughter-in-law La Longa, along with their family dynamics and traditions. The story depicts the family's struggles as they deal with the conscription of young ’Ntoni for military service and the consequent emotional turmoil that ensues. The narrative vividly sets the stage for the family's challenges by illustrating their relationships and the socio-economic issues they face, capturing the essence of their daily lives, hopes, and fears. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Verga, Giovanni, 1840-1922

Author of introduction, etc.: Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920

Translator: Craig, Mary A.

EBook No.: 54684

Published: May 8, 2017

Downloads: 212

Language: English

Subject: Italy -- Fiction

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Uniform Title: I Malavoglia. English

Title: The House by the Medlar-Tree

Note: Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive

Summary: "The House by the Medlar-Tree" by Giovanni Verga is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the lives of the Malavoglia family, who live in a small Italian fishing village beset by poverty and difficult social conditions. It examines the themes of familial duty, honor, and the impact of fate on their existence, particularly through the character of Padron ’Ntoni, the patriarch, as he navigates the hardships posed by society and personal loss. The opening of the novel introduces us to the Malavoglia family and their simple life at Aci Trezza. We learn about Padron ’Ntoni, his son Bastianazzo, and his daughter-in-law La Longa, along with their family dynamics and traditions. The story depicts the family's struggles as they deal with the conscription of young ’Ntoni for military service and the consequent emotional turmoil that ensues. The narrative vividly sets the stage for the family's challenges by illustrating their relationships and the socio-economic issues they face, capturing the essence of their daily lives, hopes, and fears. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Verga, Giovanni, 1840-1922

Author of introduction, etc.: Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920

Translator: Craig, Mary A.

EBook No.: 54684

Published: May 8, 2017

Downloads: 212

Language: English

Subject: Italy -- Fiction

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.