Kihlautuneet: Historiallinen Romaani

Kihlautuneet, originally titled I promessi sposi, is a historical novel by Alessandro Manzoni, first published in 1827. Set in 17th-century Italy, it explores themes of social injustice and personal conflict through the story of Don Abbondio, a priest who faces threats regarding a forbidden marriage. The novel highlights the struggles of ordinary people against powerful societal forces and has been influential in Italian literature, reflecting the complexities of authority and individual agency. This Finnish translation was published by WSOY in 1910.