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Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis is an epistolary novel by the Italian writer Ugo Foscolo, published in an important revised form in 1802. Presented through Jacopo's letters to his friend Lorenzo, it combines an account of unfulfilled love with despair over Italy's political subjugation following the Treaty of Campo Formio. The novel reflects the influence of Goethe's The Sorrows of Young Werther while connecting its protagonist's private suffering to exile, national identity, and political disillusionment.
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Who is the author of 'Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis'?
The novel was written by the Italian writer and poet Ugo Foscolo. It is considered one of the most important early Italian novels.
What format is 'Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis' written in?
The book is an epistolary novel, meaning the story is told entirely through letters. The narrative consists primarily of letters from the protagonist, Jacopo, to his friend Lorenzo.
When was 'Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis' published?
The novel was published in an important revised form in 1802. Earlier versions of the text had circulated in the preceding years.
What are the main themes of 'Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis'?
The book combines a tragic tale of unfulfilled love with profound despair over Italy's political subjugation. It serves as a strong reflection of the author's nationalist sentiments.
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