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Romola by George Eliot · Booklabria

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Romola

HistorySocial life and customs

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First published: 1858
Editions: 81 in 2 languages

Synopsis

Eliot’s only historical novel, set in 15th century Florence under the rule of the Medicis, blends fact with fiction as the reader follows the almost saint-like Romola and the amoral and feckless Tito Melema whom she marries against the advice of her brother, an equally saintly priest. An impressive account of Renaissance life in a wealthy Italian state.

Subjects: History
Social life and customs
Historical
Women
Family life
Politics and government
Set in: Italy
Florence
Time: 1421-1737
Characters: George Eliot
Lorenzo de' Medici
Niccolo Machiavelli
Girolamo Savonarola

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81 in 2 languages

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