Giovanni Verga

Giovanni Verga, born on September 2, 1840, in Catania, Sicily, is celebrated as one of Italy's most significant writers of the late 19th century. Known for his mastery of verismo, a literary movement that aimed to depict everyday life and the struggles of the common people, Verga's works often capture the essence of Sicilian culture and its vibrant yet challenging realities. His keen observations of human behavior and social dynamics make his stories resonate with authenticity, drawing readers into the lives of his characters with striking clarity.

Throughout his career, Verga penned numerous short stories, novels, and plays, with notable works like "Cavalleria Rusticana" and "The House by the Medlar Tree." His ability to weave intricate narratives that reflect the complexities of life in Sicily has left a lasting impact on Italian literature. If you’re curious about the human experience and the rich tapestry of Sicilian life, take a moment to explore Giovanni Verga's works in the app. You might just find a new perspective that enriches your understanding of the world.

I Malavoglia

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Giovanni Verga



I Malavoglia è il titolo del romanzo più conosciuto dello scrittore siciliano Giovanni Verga, pubblicato a Milano dall'editore…

Mastro don Gesualdo

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Giovanni Verga



Mastro Don Gesualdo, pubblicato nel 1889, è uno tra i più conosciuti romanzi di Giovanni Verga. Narra la vicenda dell'omonimo …

Vita dei campi

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Giovanni Verga



A collection of 10 short stories printed in 1880. (Summary by Simona)

Vagabondaggio

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Giovanni Verga



A witty collection of 12 short stories based on the Verga idea of "Humankind perennial moving state". They have been published in …

Storia di una capinera

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Giovanni Verga



Protagonista del romanzo è Maria, una diciannovenne rimasta orfana di madre in tenera età e rinchiusa all'età di sette …

Under the Shadow of Etna: Sicilian Stories

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Giovanni Verga



The short stories of Giovanni Verga, one of the leading authors of Italian verismo, or realism, tell mostly of working-class characters in r…

Le storie del castello di Trezza

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Giovanni Verga



Un insolito «giallo» gotico, che rivela un Verga diverso e un'opera dissonante dalle sue più note. A mo’ di giallo si le…

The House by the Medlar Tree

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Giovanni Verga



In a nineteenth century Sicilian fishing village, the Malavoglia family gambles everything on being able to profit from a cargo of lupin nut…