
INDICE
PREFAZIONE
LA MUTA COMUNIONE
L'INDISCRETA DOMANDA
L'OMONIMO
LA VEGLIA
IL SOSPETTO
LA CERTEZZA
UN'INTENZIONE DELLA DUFFREDI
L'INDOVINELLO
A lively epistolary portrait opens with a fervent dedication to a mysterious countess, whose sharp critiques push the author to defend his own theories about love. The writer insists that his observations are drawn from real encounters rather than imagination, inviting readers into a series of candid letters that examine desire, misunderstanding, and the limits of language. Through witty repartee and earnest confession, the prose reveals a world where philosophy collides with everyday romance in turn‑of‑the‑century Milan.
The correspondence oscillates between dry argument and tender speculation, as the countess challenges the notion that men and women cannot truly understand one another. She demands proof beyond abstract systems, while the author counters with anecdotes that show how affection often slips through the cracks of logic. This early‑modern dialogue sparks both humor and reflection, offering listeners a nuanced glimpse into the timeless struggle to name what the heart feels.
Language
it
Duration
~8 hours (489K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2012-03-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1861–1927
Best known for the sharp, sweeping novel The Viceroys, this Sicilian writer brought aristocratic ambition, political change, and family intrigue vividly to life. A leading voice of Italian verismo, he wrote with a cool eye for power and illusion.
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