Racconti popolari by Pietro Thouar

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Author Thouar, Pietro, 1809-1861
Title Racconti popolari
Original Publication Firenze: Felice Paggi, 1889.
Note Reading ease score: 51.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents Le tessitore -- Una madre -- Una passeggiata pei borghi di Firenze -- Il buono e il cattivo per tutto -- Il mugnajo di Vallecchia.
Credits Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Racconti popolari" by Pietro Thouar is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on the social aspects of life within Italian society, particularly through the lens of the struggles and virtues of the common people. The narrative intertwines the lives of ordinary characters, illustrating themes of morality, community, and resilience against socioeconomic hardships. The opening of "Racconti popolari" introduces us to Maestro Cecco, a widowed mason involved in moving his belongings as he prepares to leave a neighborhood in turmoil. This chaos reflects the larger issues faced by the lower class, depicted through vivid scenes of struggling families during a move, evoking both sympathy and communal solidarity. The text also hints at Cecco's family dynamics, specifically the aspirations of his daughter, Anna, and her potential suitor, Cintio, providing a glimpse into their hopes and the societal expectations surrounding love and marriage. As the story unfolds, we learn about the characters’ interactions amidst their challenges, emphasizing a rich tapestry of emotions, virtues, and inevitable hardships faced by the Italian populace of that era. (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 -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 71399
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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