01982cam a22003133u 4500 38882 UtSlPG 20260610133905.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PQ De Amicis, Edmondo, 1846-1908 Miehuullisuutta Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-02-15 Produced by Tapio Riikonen "Miehuullisuutta" by Edmondo De Amicis is a narrative novella written in the late 19th century, likely during the 1890s. The book explores themes of human character and moral integrity, focusing particularly on the concept of bravery and its testing in dire circumstances. The story unfolds through the eyes of a narrator who becomes intrigued by a man living across the street, labeled a "petty merchant" by a friend, who expresses disdain for such characters. The protagonist investigates the man's life, revealing a deeper story of courage and resilience amidst adversity during a time of chaos in southern Italy. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when the protagonist encounters a soldier who, despite being captured by bandits, exhibits courage and fortitude, leading to a chain of events that culminates in acts of sacrifice and honor. Through bold actions and an unyielding spirit, characters confront their inner moral struggles, illustrating the rich tapestry of human virtues against a backdrop of societal turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories Italian fiction -- Translations into Finnish https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38882 79721 79721