Il Cavalier Mostardo

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Beltramelli, Antonio, 1874-1930

Language:

Italian

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Il Cavalier Mostardo" by Antonio Beltramelli is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the adventures and struggles of the main character, Cavalier Mostardo, as he navigates his political ambitions and societal expectations in a time of significant change. Through his interactions with various characters, including the aristocracy, we see a reflection of broader social and political themes. The opening of the novel introduces us to Cavalier Mostardo, an aging but ambitious man who is preparing to confront challenges as his political landscape shifts beneath him. Mostardo reflects on his past power and the influence he once wielded but now feels threatened by the rise of socialism and new ideologies. His servant Rigaglia, a character of contrasting values, serves as his foil. Mostardo's internal conflicts arise from his desire to maintain relevance and respect in a rapidly evolving society. As the narrative unfolds, he begins to explore the realms of love and admiration, particularly as he dreams of a noble companion that could elevate his social standing. The stage is set for a story filled with political intrigue, personal ambition, and the complexities of human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Carlo Traverso, Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-06-10