Roberta
1897
''Roberta'' is a novel by Luciano Zùccoli, first published in 1897, set in the late 19th century. The story follows Roberta, who struggles with a severe illness, and her devoted sister, Emilia, as they confront the emotional turmoil of love, mortality, and the fragility of life against the backdrop of the Riviera di Levante. The narrative poignantly captures the sisters' fears and hopes, reflecting the contrast between beauty and despair through vivid descriptions of nature mirroring their internal chaos.
