Poesie scelte by Silvio Pellico

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By Andrew Robinson Posted on Apr 1, 2026
In Category - The Back Room
Pellico, Silvio, 1789-1854 Pellico, Silvio, 1789-1854
Italian
"Poesie scelte" by Silvio Pellico is a collection of selected poems written in the early 19th century. This volume encapsulates Pellico's emotional depth, touching on themes of love, suffering, and resignation, reflecting the essence of life as experienced by the author. Notably, one of the featured works is "Francesca da Rimini," which recounts a ...
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Rimini," a poignant tragedy that begins in Rimini, showcasing a conversation between Lanciotto, Francesca's husband, and Guido, her father. The dialogue reveals Francesca's inner turmoil and heartbreak stemming from her feelings towards Paolo, Lanciotto's brother, who unintentionally killed her first love. Tensions and emotional complexities unfold as the characters grapple with love, betrayal, and the shadow of familial duty. At the start, Francesca's love for Lanciotto is complicated by her memories of Paolo, illustrating the intense and tragic consequences of love intertwined with fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Brian Robinson
1 year ago

Having read this twice, it provides a comprehensive overview perfect for everyone. Highly recommended.

Mark Ramirez
6 months ago

Just what I was looking for.

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