02334cam a22003013u 4500 29036 UtSlPG 20260610133648.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG it iso639-1 PQ Barrili, Anton Giulio, 1836-1908 La montanara Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-06-04 Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "La Montanara" by Anton Giulio Barrili is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book is set against a backdrop of political intrigue and familial duty, centering on young Count Gino Malatesti, who is exiled due to his liberal beliefs and actions that defy the authoritative norms of his time. The narrative unfolds in a richly described Italian landscape, capturing the clash between traditional aristocracy and emerging revolutionary sentiments. The opening of the novel introduces Count Gino Malatesti, who receives a letter from the police director informing him of his exile to Querciola as punishment for his scandalous behavior, namely his liberal connections and political outbursts. The chapter delves into Gino's background and the strained relationship with his father, Count Jacopo, illustrating the generational divide in ideology. As he embarks on his journey, Gino contemplates the implications of his exile, ultimately finding himself amidst the beauty of the Apennines and the hospitality of the Guerri family, whose lives are intertwined with the natural landscape he must now navigate. The rich details and character dynamics set the stage for a story that weaves personal ambition with the collective yearnings of a nation on the brink of change. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29036 69884 69884