A Siren by Thomas Adolphus Trollope

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Author Trollope, Thomas Adolphus, 1810-1892
Title A Siren
Note Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "A Siren" by Thomas Adolphus Trollope is a novel written in the late 19th century that unfolds during the Carnival season in the historical city of Ravenna. The story primarily revolves around the characters of the Marchese Lamberto di Castelmare, his nephew Ludovico, and the renowned singer Bianca Lalli, as they navigate the excitement and tumultuous emotions during the final night of revelry before Lent. Themes of jealousy, desire, and societal expectations are likely to be central as the characters encounter each other amidst the festivities. At the start of the novel, the vibrant atmosphere of the Carnival is vividly depicted, emphasizing how the celebration intensifies towards its end. Ludovico and Bianca enjoy the night together while the Marchese Lamberto, witnessing their connection, grapples with feelings of jealousy and unrequited love for Bianca. As Ludovico proposes an excursion to the nearby Pineta forest for the following morning, setting the stage for possible complications, a sense of tension builds between the characters. Father Fabiano, a local monk, observes the emotional turbulence surrounding the younger generations, hinting at the deeper ramifications of their romantic entanglements. Overall, the opening chapters establish a rich backdrop and complex character dynamics that promise to lead to dramatic developments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fiction
Subject Detective and mystery stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 5179
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 22, 2011
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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