Nisida by Alexandre Dumas

"Nisida" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical novel likely written in the early 20th century. The book is set in the idyllic landscape of Naples and the charming island of Nisida, delving into themes of love, honor, betrayal, and the societal implications of class differences. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a vibrant Neapolitan festival, underscoring the stark contrast between the protagonist's humble origins and the aristocracy's indulgences. The story centers around Nisida, the beautiful daughter of a respected fisherman named Solomon, and the young Prince of Brancaleone, Eligi, who becomes infatuated with her. As romantic tensions build, Eligi's intentions are revealed to be treacherous, leading to a convoluted web of deception and violence that ultimately results in tragedy. Through the unfolding events, Gabriel, Nisida's brother, becomes embroiled in a series of misfortunes when he defends his sister's honor, resulting in a deadly confrontation with the prince. The narrative captures the desperation and turmoil of the characters as they navigate their feelings, family obligations, and societal expectations, ultimately culminating in a poignant exploration of justice and sacrifice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870
Title Nisida
Celebrated Crimes
Credits Produced by David Widger
Reading Level Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Crime
Category Text
eBook-No. 2747
Release Date
Last Update Nov 28, 2016
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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