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1879
Giuseppe Giacosa
1879
A comedic play written in the late 19th century. It unfolds in a mountain hotel and explores themes of love, jealousy, and miscommunication among a group of characters. Set against the backdrop of the Alpine region, the story mixes humor with the complexities of romantic entanglements. The plot revolves around Baldassarre, his wife Emilia, their friend Garbini, and the widow Livia, creating a tangled web of relationships. Baldassarre grapples with jealousy and suspicion as he believes his wife has been unfaithful with Garbini. Meanwhile, Garbini, who initially planned to ascend the Monte Rosa, ends up entangled in misunderstandings involving a mysterious letter and wet garments that create a cascade of comedic chaos. The characters navigate their way through misunderstandings and revelations, resulting in humorous situations that unravel their relationships and ultimately lead to a resolution filled with irony and laughter.