Il secolo che muore, vol. II

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Il secolo che muore, vol. II

by Francesco Domenico Guerrazzi

IT·~8 hours

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A vivid portrait of Italy’s tumultuous unification unfolds in this richly layered work, where the legend of Garibaldi looms large over a nation yearning for freedom. The author weaves together passionate oratory, classical allusions, and stark commentary to capture the fervor that stirred the Italian youth and the bitter realities of foreign domination.

Beyond the hero’s battlefield triumphs, the narrative turns to the quieter, yet equally vital, efforts of thinkers, educators, and republicans who shaped the new Italy through ideas and counsel. Their struggles, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and cultural rebirth, reveal the complex interplay between liberty and tyranny that defined the era.

Through lyrical prose and sharp insight, the book invites listeners to hear the echo of a century on the brink of change, offering a compelling glimpse into the hopes, conflicts, and enduring spirit that forged a nation.

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Language

it

Duration

~8 hours (502K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli, Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2013-05-23

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

Francesco Domenico Guerrazzi

Francesco Domenico Guerrazzi

1804–1873

A fiery figure of the Italian Risorgimento, this novelist and politician turned patriotism, conflict, and historical drama into some of the most impassioned prose of 19th-century Italy. His life was shaped as much by exile, prison, and public office as by literature.

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