Vittoria — Volume 2 by George Meredith

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Author Meredith, George, 1828-1909
Title Vittoria — Volume 2
Credits This etext was produced by David Widger
Summary "Vittoria — Volume 2" by George Meredith is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in Italy amidst the turmoil of political strife and national identity struggles, focusing on the character Vittoria, a young woman deeply entrenched in a revolutionary movement against the oppressive Austrian rule. At the start of this volume, Lieutenant Wilfrid Pierson reflects on a poignant letter from Vittoria, who expresses her love and regrets about their conflicting allegiances. As tensions rise in Verona, the narrative shifts to portray the dynamics between the Austrian officers and the local Italians, illustrating a brewing conflict. The lieutenant navigates social conflicts, dual loyalties, and the complexities of love amidst a backdrop of mounting revolutionary fervor. The opening chapters set the stage for the impending conflict and reveal the intertwined lives of the characters caught between patriotism and duty, hinting at the explosive developments that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject War stories
Subject Italy -- History -- Revolution of 1848 -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 4436
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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