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"The Red and the Black" is a novel by Stendhal published in French in 1830 as "Le Rouge et le noir". It is generally considered the authors major work and one of the greatest 19th-century novels."The Red and the Black" is a fictional depiction of French society in the 1820s, two decades after the French Revolution and its ensuing Terror. The plot was based on Stendhals personal experiences, on legal documents, and on historical accounts. Specifically, the story was prompted by a real-life case reported in a French newspaper over four days in late December, 1827. The story concerned Antoine Berthier, a twenty-five-year-old tutor and former theological student who a few months before had murdered a woman whose children he had tutored; the murder took place in a church during Mass. This case was the seed for Stendhals novel.Stendhal portrays a society fraught with materialism and hypocrisy at all levels. The peasants know how to ingratiate themselves with the rural bourgeoisie in order to profit; the bourgeoisie are in constant competition to outdo each other in status, as is the Parisian aristocracy. Even the Catholic Church is not exempt from this materialism and hypocrisy. Stendhals protagonist, Julien Sorel, is a young peasant who is ill suited to work in his fathers sawmill in the provincial town of Verrieres. Julien is an opportunist intent on rising in society. He hates his peasant class and his status as a member of that class; he idolizes Napoleon, but Napoleonic France is dead, and rather than get ahead through the military (the red), Julien recognizes the Church (the black) as the means of rising beyond his station. Having learned Latin from the Abbe Chelan, he finds first opportunity when Abbe Chelan recommends him as a tutor for the children of the Renals...

Roman publié en 1839 par un Stendhal qui a déja eu le «choc italien» près de 40 ans auparavant, "L’abbesse de Castro" s’inscrit dans ses «chroniques italiennes» dans lesquelles il s’attache à nous fa

Lamore impossibile, durato dodici anni e conclusosi con la morte, tra Elena Campireali, dillustre casata, e Giulio Branciforti, brigante e figlio di brigante, sullo sfondo della selvaggia campagna romana, nella prima meta del Cinquecento. Pubblicato a Parigi nel 1839, La Badessa di Castro di Stendhal - capolavoro del romanzo breve - e considerato dalla critica la prova generale della Certosa di Parma.E forse tempo di rivedere la storia dei Castelli Romani secondo un nuovo filone - diverso da quello consueto dellaraldica guerriera dei casati o del folklore e delle lodi per i vini locali - nel sinistro ricordo delle lame dei coltelli estratti a tradimento che Stendhal ci racconta. Lo scrittore trova antropologicamente connaturato allindole italiana questo alternarsi di bellezza e crudelta, di arte universale e bassi intrighi di potere, di tiranni senza scrupoli o briganti amati dal popolo e Michelangelo, Giorgione, Leonardo e Raffaello. Uno sguardo allItalia del 500 che forse puo dar lumi sul modo di essere degli Italiani odierni.(Versione integrale)Per fruire al meglio di questo Audio-eBook da leggere e ascoltare in sincronia leggi la pagina daiuto a questo link:https://help.streetlib.com/hc/it/articles/211787685-Come-leggere-gli-audio-ebook

Una de las grandes obras de la literatura universal.La cartuja de Parma narra la historia de Fabricio del Dongo durante los últimos años del dominio napoleónico en Europa. Su tía Gina, la fascinante duquesa de Sanseverino, y el amante de esta, el primer ministro del ducado, urden un plan para promocionar la carrera del adorado sobrino en la corte de Parma. Gina es objeto de las proposiciones del detestable principe Ranuccio, al que se ha jurado rechazar con todas sus fuerzas. Fabricio es arrestado por homicidio y encerrado en la torre Farnese. A partir de ahi, las aventuras de Fabricio estaran siempre rodeadas por la amenaza de la muerte y el acecho de un amor inesperado

Novela total, pues así puede llamarse a la novela que reúne en sus páginas novela romántica, de aventuras, histórica y de capa y espada, La Cartuja de Parma entra sin duda en la categoría de las grandes obras de ayer, de hoy y de siempre. Las aventuras, amores y peripecias que el autor teje alrededor de las parejas formadas por el romantico y aventurero Fabricio del Dongo y Clelia Conti, por un lado, y por el habil y maquiavelico conde Mosca y la encantadora duquesa Sanseverina, por otro, dan espacio al lector para sumirse en una corriente de accion y de amores que dejara sin duda huella duradera en su memoria.

El texto que contiene este volumen forma parte de la obra de Stendhal Roma, Nápoles y Florencia, publicada originalmente en 1817 y nos muestra en pocas páginas el Stendhal viajero, que vivió en Italia durante siete años. Se nos muestra aqui su manera de ver es pais que tanto amo.

In "The Chartreuse of Parma," Stendhal intricately weaves the life of Fabrizio del Dongo, tracing his journey through the turbulent landscape of 19th-century Italy, amidst the backdrop of political upheaval following the Napoleonic Wars. The novels literary style is notable for its psychological depth, vivid characterizations, and nuanced portrayal of societal contradictions. Stendhals masterful use of irony and rich, reflective prose contributes to a narrative that transcends mere historical storytelling, delving into the complexities of ambition, love, and personal transformation within a changing world. Stendhal, born Marie-Henri Beyle, was heavily influenced by his experiences in the Napoleonic army and his profound interest in art and culture. His experiences in Italy, particularly his exposure to its art and political shifts, inform the evocative landscapes and richly drawn characters in this seminal work. The authors own existential struggles and fascination with the human psyche resonate profoundly throughout the narrative, revealing a unique blend of romanticism and realism that defines his oeuvre. This novel is a compelling exploration of ambition and identity, making it a must-read for those interested in the intersection of personal and political narratives. Stendhals incisive insights and brilliant storytelling render "The Chartreuse of Parma" not only a captivating tale but also a critical commentary on the nature of human aspiration, recommending it highly to lovers of classic literature.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Rossini's popularity in Italy in the early 1820s was certainly not echoed in France where he was regarded as 'an ill-bred parvenu, whose cheap popularity was an insult to a great musical tradition' and thus Stendhal, always an obstinate individualist, was the first of his contemporaries to recognise the genius of this important Italian composer. Stendhal's introduction to this book sets the musical climate in perspective with a history of the interregnum between the death of Cimarosa and the coming of Rossini.Details of Rossini's early life are followed by penetrating discussions in the operas, libretti, personalities of the period, and on Rossini's own character - indeed a whole chapter is devoted to his wild sense of humour. No book of its period better captures the atmosphere of opera-going during the birth-period of Romantic music. Besides being a fascinating and penetrating account of this popular Italian composer's most creative years and of contemporary musical events and opinions, this work is one of the finest items in the Stendhalian literary canon. Richard Coe's eloquent translation (revised for the second edition) and careful annotations do full justice to the incandescent strength of this great French writer's prose style.

In "The Abbess of Castro", Stendhal tells the story set in Lazio (Italy) of two doomed young loversone the daughter of the wealthiest man in the district, the other a brigand. Its a genuinely moving tale of impossible lovewith plenty of sword fights thrown inthats unique in Stendhals oeuvre, not least in its portrait of an intelligent woman who, ill-starred in love, turns to worldly power. Theres also some sparkling analysis of the conditions that produced the great art of the Renaissance.But "The Abbess of Castro" first published in the same year as Stendhals novel "The Charterhouse of Parma"is also characterised by themes that pervade his longer novels: political and familial machinations, a profoundly unsentimental view of war, ambitious individuals undone by passion.

"Armance" is a romance novel set during the Bourbon Restoration by French writer Stendhal, published anonymously in 1827. It was Stendhals first novel, though he had published essays and critical works on literature, art, and travel since 1815"Armance" tells the story of Octave de Malivert, a taciturn but brilliant young man barely out of the Ecole Polytechnique, who is attracted to Armance Zohiloff, who shares his feelings. The novel describes how a series of misunderstandings have kept the lovers Armance and Octave divided. Moreover, a series of clues suggest that Octave is impotent as a result of a severe accident. Octave is experiencing a deep inner turmoil; he himself illustrates the pain of the centurys romantics. When the pair do eventually marry, the slanders of a rival convince Octave that Armance had married only out of selfishness. Octave leaves to fight in Greece, and...

"Armance", à sa publication en 1827, paraît sans nom dauteur. Dans l’avant-propos, Stendhal samuse à brouiller encore davantage les pistes sur lidentité de lécrivain de cet opus. Il se présente non p