Mastro don Gesualdo

Mastro Don Gesualdo, published in 1889 by Giovanni Verga, is a notable novel set in 19th-century Sicily during the Risorgimento. It follows the life of the titular character, Gesualdo, as he navigates the complexities of social class and identity in the town of Vizzini. This work is part of Verga's 'ciclo dei Vinti' and reflects a sophisticated linguistic approach that captures the diverse dialects of different social strata. The novel was serialized in 'Nuova Antologia' from July to December 1888 before its release in book form.