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Heyse, Paul
1830
1914
Heise, Paul
Heyse, Paul Johann Ludwig von
Die Witwe von Pisa
Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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"Die Witwe von Pisa" by Paul Heyse is a novella written in the mid-19th century, during the period of literary realism. The story revolves around a German architect who travels to Pisa, Italy, for research on leaning towers, only to become entangled in a romantic and somewhat comedic adventure with a young widow named Lucrezia. The novella explores themes of love, deception, and the contrasts between societal expectations and personal desires. In the narrative, the protagonist initially seeks a quiet place to work but instead finds himself captivated by Lucrezia's beauty and charm. Their interactions evolve from a mere landlord-tenant relationship to one rife with humor and tension, particularly as the architect discovers the mystery surrounding Lucrezia's deceased husband, Carlo. As the story unfolds, Carlo unexpectedly reappears, creating a complicated situation for both Lucrezia and the architect. Through witty dialogues and a series of misunderstandings, Heyse highlights the quirks of human relationships and the lengths one will go to for love, leading to a conclusion that is both surprising and thought-provoking. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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