Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis
Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis
Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2002
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Poem • Fiction
Northern Italy • 1790s
2002
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis by Ugo Foscolo is an epistolary novel centered on Jacopo Ortis, a person enduring unrequited love and existential struggles. Through letters, Ortis communicates his emotional turmoil, philosophical reflections, and responses to political events, revealing his personal journey marked by intense passion and despair amidst a turbulent sociopolitical backdrop.
Melancholic
Romantic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
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Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis by Ugo Foscolo is praised for its intense emotional expression and exploration of themes like love and patriotism. The epistolary format effectively conveys deep personal conflict. However, some find the protagonist's despair overbearing. Foscolo's passionate style is both a strength and a challenge for readers.
Who Should Read Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis?
Readers who enjoy Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis by Ugo Foscolo typically appreciate Romantic literature, emotional introspection, and the exploration of unrequited love. Fans of Goethe's The Sorrows of Young Werther or epistolary novels like Dracula might find this novel compelling for its passionate and melancholic tone.
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Poem • Fiction
Northern Italy • 1790s
2002
Adult
18+ years
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