Da Firenze a Digione: Impressioni di un reduce Garibaldino

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Socci, Ettore, 1846-1905

Language:

Italian

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Da Firenze a Digione: Impressioni di un reduce Garibaldino" by Ettore Socci is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This narrative reflects the experiences of a soldier who reflects on his time as part of the Garibaldi-led campaigns, detailing the tensions, emotions, and camaraderie that defined the life of a soldier in that era. The author offers personal insights and philosophical musings amid the chaos of war, aiming to portray a raw reflection of the revolutionary spirit during a period of significant political upheaval in Italy. The opening of the book sets the stage with the protagonist preparing to leave Florence, filled with a mix of anticipation and trepidation as he embarks on a journey likely fraught with challenges. Socci introduces a cast of companions who share in the revolution's fervor as they discuss their plans and aspirations, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie infused with youthful enthusiasm. Amidst the backdrop of a red-tinged sky, suggesting both hope and danger, the men prepare to depart for Livorno, where they expect to join Garibaldi in fighting for their ideals. The initial chapters vividly capture the excitement and emotional turmoil of the revolutionaries as they navigate through everyday life, punctuated by the realities of impending warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 36.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-12-01