Sognando by Matilde Serao

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Author Serao, Matilde, 1856-1927
Title Sognando
Note Reading ease score: 32.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents Sognando -- La donna ispiratrice -- Carlo Gozzi e la fiaba (1720-1806).
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Summary "Sognando" by Matilde Serao is a philosophical reflection that blends elements of fiction and essay writing, likely produced in the early 20th century. The text explores the profound themes of imagination, existence, and the human condition, drawing connections between the reality of life and the transformative power of dreams and fantasies. Through a contemplative narrative, the author poses questions about the nature of life, its struggles, and the critical role of imagination in finding meaning and solace. At the start of "Sognando," the reader is introduced to the contrasting figures of the rationalist Tommaso Gradgrind and the imaginative characters in Dickens' "Hard Times." This opening segment discusses how Gradgrind's harsh educational practices strip away the emotional and poetic faculties from his children, Luisa and Tom, ultimately leading to a tragic outcome. Simultaneously, Serao reflects on the broader human experience, acknowledging a collective tendency to suppress imagination for practicality, suggesting that this may lead to an empty existence devoid of true fulfillment. The prose intertwines literary references and personal musings, setting the stage for an evocative exploration of how dreams shape reality and the intrinsic value of human emotions. (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. 62721
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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