by Alessandro Manzoni · ISBN 9788854165519
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The Betrothed is an Italian historical novel written by Alessandro Manzoni, first published in 1827. The story is set in Lombardy during the 17th century and follows the lives of two young lovers, Renzo Tramaglino and Lucia Mondella, who face numerous obstacles as they try to get married. The novel is considered a masterpiece of Italian literature and has been translated into numerous languages.
Alessandro Francesco Tommaso Antonio Manzoni was an Italian philosopher, poet, playwright, and novelist. He is best known for the novel The Betrothed, generally ranked among the masterpieces of world literature. The novel, published in 1827, is a symbol of the Italian Risorgimento for its patriotic message, and also because it was a fundamental milestone in the development of the modern and unified Italian language.
