Il re dei re, vol. 1 by Ferdinando Petruccelli della Gattina
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"Il re dei re, vol. 1" by Ferdinando Petruccelli della Gattina is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. This work seems to explore the intricate power dynamics and conflicts during the 11th century, particularly focusing on the tensions between the papacy and the feudal lords of Italy. The narrative hints at a gripping tale involving notable historical figures such as Pope Alessandro II and the influential warrior Robert Guiscard, coupling
themes of honor, betrayal, and ambition in an era marked by turmoil. The opening of the novel sets the scene with a vibrant description of the Cloister of Montecassino on June 26, 1070, bustling with monks, nobles, and church officials preparing for a significant religious ceremony. Tension is palpable as the Pope's influence is examined through a gathering of powerful men who discuss the precarious state of the Church and its relationship with emerging feudal powers. The arrival of a bold young knight, who insults Pope Alessandro II as cowardly, turns the atmosphere electric, evoking fierce responses from the assembly. Through accusations and counter-accusations against powerful figures like Robert Guiscard and the Prior Guiberto, the narrative appears poised to delve deep into themes of justice, loyalty, and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters in their quest for power and retribution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Petruccelli della Gattina, Ferdinando, 1816-1890 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Il re dei re, vol. 1 Convoglio diretto nell'XI secolo |
| Credits |
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 42.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Gregory VII, Pope, approximately 1015-1085 |
| Subject | Church history -- 11th century |
| Subject | Papacy -- History -- To 1309 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 30878 |
| Release Date | Jan 6, 2010 |
| Last Update | Dec 5, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 347 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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