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100 1 _aShelley, Mary Wollstonecraft,
_d1797-1851
245 1 4 _aThe Heir of Mondolfo
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2021
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2021-10-15
508 _aLaura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by Making of America Journals.)
520 _a"The Heir of Mondolfo" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a romantic novel that likely originated during the late 19th century. Set in the picturesque backdrop of the Kingdom of Naples, the story explores themes of love, conflict, and social status as it follows the lives of Prince Ludovico and his tumultuous familial relationships, particularly with his father, Prince Fernando. The narrative delves into notions of honor and personal freedom, highlighting the struggles of a noble heir caught between the expectations of lineage and the desires of his heart. The story centers around Ludovico, who is raised under the tyrannical shadow of his father, Fernando, who despises him and intends for him to take holy orders. After a series of harsh treatments and the death of his beloved mother, Ludovico finds solace in the company of Viola, a gentle peasant girl. Their love blossoms, and they secretly marry, but their happiness is threatened by Fernando's relentless ambition and cruelty. When the prince learns of Ludovico's union, he forcibly separates the couple, leading to a dramatic pursuit and eventual reunion against all odds. The tale culminates in an exploration of familial duty, identity, and the transformative power of love, as Ludovico ultimately inherits Mondolfo while embracing his humble roots. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFathers and sons -- Fiction
653 _aSocial classes -- Fiction
653 _aHusband and wife -- Fiction
653 _aNaples (Kingdom) -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/66545
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