Valperga Volume 2 (of 3)
By Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
Length2h 52m
About this audiobook
In the gripping continuation of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley's epic tale, 'Valperga Volume 2,' readers are drawn deeper into the tumultuous world of 14th-century Italy, where ambition and love clash against the backdrop of political upheaval.
As Castruccio Castracani's power rises, his relentless pursuit of dominance threatens to unravel the delicate tapestry of alliances and betrayals that bind the characters together.
Amidst the chaos, the resilient Euthanasia, Lady of Valperga, stands as a beacon of resistance, her unwavering principles challenging the tide of tyranny.
Shelley's masterful exploration of human nature and the corrupting influence of power resonates profoundly with contemporary society, reflecting timeless struggles for justice and autonomy.
Through vivid storytelling and complex character dynamics, this volume captures the essence of a world teetering on the brink of transformation, inviting readers to ponder the enduring conflict between personal desires and the greater good.
'Valperga Volume 2' is a compelling journey through history and the human heart, where the echoes of past battles reverberate with modern relevance, urging us to question the cost of ambition and the true meaning of freedom.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Other
Length2 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 29, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER VII Castruccio exiles three hundred Families from Lucca—Visits at Valperga—His Character further developed.
2CHAPTER VIII Beatrice, disguised as a Pilgrim, visits Valperga.—Castruccio relates her Story.
3CHAPTER IX Castruccio plots the Assassination of Robert King of Naples.—Made Prince of Lucca.—Declares War against Florence.—Plot for a Revolution in Lucca defeated.—Castruccio summons Valperga.
4CHAPTER X Castruccio reconnoitres for a Surprise.—Embassy of Tripalda.
5CHAPTER XI Valperga taken.
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6CHAPTER XII Euthanasia at Lucca.
7END OF VOLUME II.
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