La Lupa by Giovanni Verga (1884)
La Lupa is a short story written by Giovanni Verga in the late 19th century. It tells the tale of a young woman named La Lupa who lives in Sicily and has an affair with a wealthy landowner. The story explores themes of class, gender roles, and social expectations in rural Italy during this time period.
By Giovanni Verga · First published 1884 · Genre: Realism, Tragedy, Drama · 2,172 words
First lines
She was tall and lean; but she had a firm, full bust, and yet she was no longer young; her complexion was brunette, but pallid as if she had always suffered from malaria, and this pallor set forth two big eyes and fresh rosy lips that seemed to eat you.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Giovanni Verga
- Date: 1884 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Realism, Tragedy, Drama, Naturalism, Psychological Fiction
- Length: 2,172 words
- Structure: 1 section, 51 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Realism — The narrative focuses on the everyday life and struggles of rural Sicilian characters, emphasizing realistic depictions of their environment and social conditions.
- Tragedy — The story involves intense emotions and a series of unfortunate events leading to the downfall of the characters, particularly through destructive desires and societal pressures.
- Drama — The plot is driven by intense interpersonal conflicts and emotional struggles, particularly involving themes of love, obsession, and betrayal.
- Naturalism — The narrative explores the influence of environment and heredity on human behavior, portraying characters as victims of their circumstances and instincts.
Tags
Italian literature · realism · 19th century · short stories · rural life · Sicily · social issues · family dynamics · gender roles · poverty · cultural identity · local customs