L'alcòva d'acciaio: Romanzo vissuto by F. T. Marinetti
"L'alcòva d'acciaio: Romanzo vissuto" by F.T. Marinetti is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of World War I, focusing on the experiences of Italian soldiers. It vividly explores themes of camaraderie, the absurdity of war, and the complexities of love and desire in times of conflict, primarily through the lens of the protagonist, a lieutenant who engages with his fellow officers and contemplates
the realities of their situation. The opening of the novel introduces us to a lively dinner scene among bombardier officers in the Val d'Astico, where laughter and camaraderie mask the gravity of their impending military challenges. Amidst playful chaos, where one officer humorously commands seating changes, we see glimpses of individual characters like the gregarious Colonel Squilloni and the whimsical Captain Melodia. Their banter reveals a blend of bravado and vulnerability as they confront both the joy of living and the specter of war that looms over them. As the characters share stories and reflect on their pasts, the juxtaposition of lightheartedness and the underlying seriousness of their situation sets the stage for the exploration of nostalgia, love, and the human condition against the violent backdrop of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Marinetti, F. T., 1876-1944 |
|---|---|
| Title | L'alcòva d'acciaio: Romanzo vissuto |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/L%27alcova_d%27acciaio |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Italian fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29035 |
| Release Date | Jun 4, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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