Under The Shadow Of Etna

Under The Shadow Of Etna

Giovanni Verga

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104517878
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''Under The Shadow Of Etna: Sicilian Stories'' is a collection of short stories originally written in Italian by Giovanni Verga and translated into English by Mary A. Craig. The stories are set in Sicily and offer a glimpse into the lives of the people who live there. The book includes stories about poverty, love, betrayal, and the struggle to survive in a harsh environment. The characters are vividly drawn and the stories are told with a sense of realism that captures the essence of Sicilian life. The book provides a fascinating look at a unique culture and its people, and offers a glimpse into a world that is both beautiful and harsh. Overall, ''Under The Shadow Of Etna'' is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its vivid characters and compelling stories.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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