Description
Giovanni Verga's seminal realist novel plunges into the heart of Sicilian life, chronicling the epic struggles of the Malavoglia family across three generations. Set against the backdrop of a small fishing village, the narrative unfolds as the family faces devastating economic and social upheaval when a lost shipment at sea plunges them into insurmountable debt. This powerful story explores the profound sacrifices demanded of both men and women as they battle against nature, fate, and societal pressures. Ultimately, it is a poignant tale of resilience and the enduring hope for redemption, culminating in the family's hard-won reclamation of their ancestral home.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Publishing Group
Published Jan 1, 1960
300 pages
ISBN: 9780451502254
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Details
First Published
1881
Language
eng
Translation
From: ita
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The House by the Medlar Tree; by Giovanni Verga.