"Corinne; or, Italy" by Madame de Staƫl is a 19th-century novel set in Italy which explores themes of love, art, and intellect through its characters. The story centers on Corinne, a talented poet who embodies Italy's spirit, as she captures the attention of those around her. As the novel unfolds, Lord Oswald Nevil, a grieving Scotsman, journeys through Italy seeking healing, impacted by both the land and Count d'Erfeuil's lighthearted attitude. Oswald's path changes dramatically when he hears about Corinne's upcoming coronation, sparking a curiosity that suggests a growing bond between them amidst Italy's scenery and cultural reawakening.
Corinne; or, Italy
By Madame de (Anne-Louise-Germaine) Staƫl
Amidst the beauty of Italy, a grieving lord encounters a captivating poet, sparking a connection that may offer him healing or heartbreak.
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About the AuthorAnne Louise Germaine de Staƫl-Holstein, commonly known as Madame de Staƫl, was a prominent philosopher, woman of letters, and political theorist in both Parisian and Genevan intellectual circles. She was the daughter of banker and French finance minister Jacques Necker and Suzanne Curchod, a respected salonist and writer. Throughout her life, she held a moderate stance during the tumultuous periods of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era, persisting until the time of the French Restoration.
Anne Louise Germaine de Staƫl-Holstein, commonly known as Madame de Staƫl, was a prominent philosopher, woman of letters, and political theorist in both Parisian and Genevan intellectual circles. She was the daughter of banker and French finance minister Jacques Necker and Suzanne Curchod, a respected salonist and writer. Throughout her life, she held a moderate stance during the tumultuous periods of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era, persisting until the time of the French Restoration.
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