Vittoria — Volume 3

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Vittoria — Volume 3

by George Meredith

EN·~2 hours

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Vittoria is a fierce, restless young woman whose imagination is consumed by the idea of a reborn Italy. On a moonlit night she rides with Carlo Ammiani, the son of a former general, to the door of the enigmatic Maestro Ricci, and their terse dialogue reveals her hunger for purpose and his guarded, sword‑trained silence. The scene crackles with the clash of personal ambition and the lingering shadows of a nation still searching for its identity.

As they stand before the Maestro’s workshop, Vittoria’s inner storm flares—she feels both the weight of history and the urgency of immediate action, while Ammiani watches, uncertain yet loyal. Their uneasy partnership hints at hidden loyalties, old friendships, and the looming turmoil that will test both heart and honor. This opening invites listeners into a richly painted Italian landscape where ideals and passions collide, setting the stage for a dramatic struggle that will echo through the streets of Milan, Verona, and beyond.

The narration blends poetic introspection with sharp dialogue, drawing the audience into a world of clashing swords and whispered conspiracies. Listeners will hear the rustle of midnight streets, the scent of chocolate promised, and the simmering tension that drives Vittoria forward. It promises a story of personal conviction entwined with the larger fight for Italy’s destiny.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (120K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2003-09-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

George Meredith

George Meredith

1828–1909

A major Victorian novelist and poet, he is best remembered for sharp, psychologically rich fiction and for turning comedy into a serious way of looking at human behavior. His work rewards listeners who enjoy wit, moral complexity, and characters who rarely fit simple categories.

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