Rule of the Monk; Or, Rome in the Nineteenth Century
Intrigue, Romance, and Betrayal in 19th-Century RomeBy Giuseppe Garibaldi
Length10h 5m
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In "Rule of the Monk; Or, Rome in the Nineteenth Century," Giuseppe Garibaldi offers a poignant exploration of the sociopolitical climate of 19th-century Rome, interweaving narratives of personal experience with broader historical analyses. Garibaldi employs a vivid and provocative literary style, marked by passionate rhetoric and keen observations, which brings to life the struggles of the Italian people against oppressive regimes. This work serves as both a reflection and a critique of the religious and political authority exerted during this tumultuous period, resonating with the literary currents of realism and romanticism that characterized the era. Garibaldi, renowned for his role as a military leader and nationalist, was deeply influenced by his commitment to Italian unification, often termed the Risorgimento. His experiences in the military and his encounters with various cultures across South America and Europe informed his perspectives on freedom, justice, and governance. This backdrop undoubtedly inspired his vehement denunciation of the ecclesiastical dominance in Rome, evident throughout this text. "Rule of the Monk" is a must-read for those interested in Italian history, political theory, and the interplay of religion and governance. Garibaldi'Äôs insightful analysis and compelling narrative not only illuminate the historical context but also echo and resonate with contemporary struggles for justice and self-determination, making it a significant text for both historical scholarship and modern political discourse.
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Rating★★★ 2.7 (15)
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GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 5 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION.
2THE RULE OF THE MONK.
3PART THE FIRST.
4CHAPTER I. CLELIA
5CHAPTER II. ATTILIO
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6CHAPTER III. THE CONSPIRACY
7CHAPTER IV. THE MEETING OF THE CONSPIRATORS
8CHAPTER V. THE INFANTICIDE
9CHAPTER VI. THE ARREST
10CHAPTER VII. THE LEGACY
11CHAPTER VIII. THE MENDICANT
12CHAPTER IX. THE LIBERATOR
13CHAPTER X. THE ORPHAN
14CHAPTER XI. THE FLIGHT
15CHAPTER XII. THE PETITION
16CHAPTER XIII. THE BEAUTIFUL STRANGER
17CHAPTER XIV. SICCIO
18CHAPTER XV. THE CORSINI PALACE.
19CHAPTER XVI. ENGLISH JULIA
20CHAPTER XVII. RETRIBUTION
21CHAPTER XVIII. THE EXILE
22CHAPTER XIX. THE BATHS OF CARACALLA
23CHAPTER XX. THE TRAITOR
24CHAPTER XXI. THE TORTURE
25CHAPTER XXII. THE BRIGANDS
26CHAPTER XXIII. THE LIBERATOR
27CHAPTER XXIV. THE YACHT
28CHAPTER XXV. THE TEMPEST
29CHAPTER XXVI. THE TOWER
30CHAPTER XXVII. THE WITHDRAWAL
31CHAPTER XXVIII. THE FOREST
32CHAPTER XXIX. THE CASTLE
33CHAPTER XXX. IRENE
34CHAPTER XXXI. GASPARO
35CHAPTER XXXII. THE SURPRISE
36CHAPTER XXXIII. THE ASSAULT
37CHAPTER XXXIV. A VALUABLE ACQUISITION
38CHAPTER XXXV. THE AMELIORATION OF MANKIND
39CHAPTER XXXVI. THE SUBTERRANEAN PASSAGES
40CHAPTER XXXVII. THE ANTIQUARY
41CHAPTER XXXVIII. THE ROMAN ARMY
42CHAPTER XXXIX. MATRIMONY
43CHAPTER XL. THE CHRISTENING
44CHAPTER XLI. THE RECLUSE
45CHAPTER XLII. THE THIRTIETH OF APRIL.
46CHAPTER XLIII. THE COMBAT
47CHAPTER XLIV. THE OLD OAK
48CHAPTER XLV. THE HONOR OF THE FLAG
49CHAPTER XLVI. THE RURAL SUPPER
50CHAPTER XLVII. GASPERO'S STORY
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