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The lament of the linnet

The lament of the linnet1997

Anna Maria Ortese

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In 18th century Naples, three visitors from Flanders vie for the hand of a glovemaker's daughter. One is a merchant, a second is a duke and a third a sculptor. All are intrigued be her mysterious sorrow.

Details

First published
1997
OL Work ID
OL1632839W

Subjects

Fiction, historical, generalItaly, fictionEnlightenmentFictionModern PhilosophyYoung womenAdopted children

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