Title
House In The Shadows,Used
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First Published In Italy In 1921, This Short Novel Is A Dark, Grim Account Of Two Sicilian Women'S Voluntary Imprisonment In The Elder'S Dull, Dour Marriage. Sisters Nicolina And Antonietta See Their Chance To Flee Their Small Italian Village When Don Lucio Announces His Intentions To Marry Antonietta. They Envision A Grand Life For Themselves In Lucio'S Large, Gloomy House In The Citybut Their Taste Of Freedom Proves Fleeting. Nicolina Dwindles To An Unpaid Drudge For Her Sister'S Family, While Antonietta Fares Only Slightly Better As A Wifeofallwork And Beleaguered Mother. Together The Housebound Pair Ministers To The Touchy Don (A Domineering, Wily Paterfamilias And Likely Crook Whose Cunning They Barely Sense) And Withers Gradually In Servitude. After The Don Seduces Nicolina, The Sisters' Friendship Ends, And Further Tragedy Intrudes In The Selfinflicted Death Of Antonietta'S Young Son. Though Dated In Her Fairytalelike Simplicity Of Character, Messina, Who Died In 1944, Wrote With Courage And Understated Strength Of A Narrow, Prototypically Female Life Singed By Masochistic Fury.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'House in the Shadows'? A: 'House in the Shadows' explores themes of entrapment, the struggles of women in oppressive circumstances, and the complexities of familial relationships, set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Italy.
- Q: Who is the author of 'House in the Shadows'? A: The author of 'House in the Shadows' is Maria Messina, an Italian writer known for her poignant depiction of women's lives.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is classified as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still in a readable state.
- Q: How many pages does 'House in the Shadows' have? A: 'House in the Shadows' contains 133 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'House in the Shadows' is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'House in the Shadows' first published? A: 'House in the Shadows' was first published in Italy in 1921 and later released in English in 1990.
- Q: What is the genre of 'House in the Shadows'? A: 'House in the Shadows' is categorized as a literary novel.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for 'House in the Shadows'? A: 'House in the Shadows' is suited for readers interested in literary fiction, historical narratives, and stories that focus on women's experiences.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style in this book? A: Readers can expect a writing style that combines courage and understated strength, with a focus on character development and emotional depth.
- Q: Does 'House in the Shadows' include any illustrations or photographs? A: No, 'House in the Shadows' does not include illustrations or photographs; it is primarily a text-based literary work.