02367cam a22003013u 4500 49105 UtSlPG 20260610134129.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG it iso639-1 DG De Amicis, Edmondo, 1846-1908 Alle porte d'Italia Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-06-01 Produced by Carlo Traverso, 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) "Alle porte d'Italia" by Edmondo De Amicis is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the complexities of life in the Italian town of Pinerolo during a period of foreign dominion, outlining both the beauty of the region and the societal struggles experienced under oppressive rule. The narrative is enriched by characters who grapple with themes of loyalty, loss, and identity, particularly in the context of their interactions with the French military occupying their town. At the start of the narrative, the protagonist expresses a deep affection for Pinerolo and reflects on its tumultuous history. Through a letter addressed to a friend, the character vividly describes the city’s physical beauty set against the backdrop of political strife under French control, including the challenges faced by the local population. The opening also establishes a contrast between the picturesque landscape and the grim realities of life under the watchful eyes of foreign officials and the citizenry's resistance to occupation. The protagonist's observations provide a poignant commentary on the endurance of the human spirit amidst adversity, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of Pinerolo’s historical significance and the legacy of its past. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Italy -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49105 89943 89943