Ettore Fieramosca Or The Challenge Of Barletta: The Struggles Of An Italian Against Foreign Invaders And Foreign Protectors (1859)

""Ettore Fieramosca Or The Challenge Of Barletta"" is a historical novel written by Massimo D'Azeglio and published in 1859. The book tells the story of Ettore Fieramosca, an Italian knight who fought against foreign invaders and foreign protectors during the 16th century. The novel is set in the city of Barletta, where a challenge is issued by the French to the Italians to prove their bravery. Fieramosca is chosen to represent Italy in the challenge and, despite facing insurmountable odds, manages to emerge victorious. The book is a tribute to the bravery and resilience of the Italian people in the face of adversity and foreign domination. It is also a commentary on the political situation in Italy at the time, highlighting the need for national unity and independence. The novel is a classic of Italian literature and has been widely acclaimed for its vivid depiction of historical events and its powerful portrayal of the human spirit.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.