Description
Set in 17th-century Lombardy, this epic historical novel chronicles the turbulent journey of two young lovers, Renzo and Lucia, whose dreams of marriage are cruelly shattered by the machinations of a powerful and jealous nobleman. Forced to flee their village and separated by circumstance, they navigate a world rife with plague, famine, and political upheaval. Manzoni masterfully weaves a tale of faith, resilience, and the enduring power of love against a backdrop of historical turmoil, exploring profound themes of justice, providence, and the human condition.
Available Editions
paperback
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Published Jan 1, 2013
648 pages
ISBN: 9780375712340
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Details
First Published
1827
Language
eng
Translation
From: ita
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Betrothed by Alessandro Manzoni.