Vestigia. Vol. I.

"Vestigia. Vol. I." by George Fleming presents the tale of Bernardino de Rossi, a downcast young man recently fired from his job at the Telegraph Office in Leghorn. As he navigates the sting of failure and societal pressures, the novel explores his complex relationship with his mother and his tender feelings for Italia, a girl who captures his attention. Leaving his former workplace with a mix of regret and uncertainty, Bernardino's encounter with his mother sets the stage for a story focused on family expectations and longing for a better future, as he considers options such as working at the docks, all while the connection between Bernardino and Italia begins to blossom.