9780243417780 - Guerra (Classic Reprint) von Neumann, Alfred (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book plunges into the turbulent world of 19th-century Italian revolutionary politics, following Gasto Guerra, a Tuscan independence leader, after his escape from seven years of confinement on the Isle of Elba. Haunted by the ghosts of his past actions and their consequences, Guerra grapples with the weight of responsibility and the complexities of navigating a path towards a unified Italy. Set against the backdrop of a Europe simmering with political unrest and the burgeoning Young Italy movement, the narrative explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the enduring power of human connection. Guerra's journey intertwines with the lives of those he has loved and those he has inadvertently harmed, forcing him to confront the ethical dilemmas inherent in pursuing a cause that demands both unwavering commitment and profound personal cost. Through vivid descriptions of the Italian landscape and the contrasting environments of Elba and mainland Europe, the author paints a compelling portrait of a man wrestling with his conscience and the allure of a future that promises both liberation and uncertainty. Guerra's introspective journey invites readers to contemplate the complexities of political idealism, the enduring consequences of our choices, and the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The author's insights into Guerra's internal struggles offer a poignant reflection on the enduring challenges and moral complexities faced by those who dare to dream of a better world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.