Publisher's Synopsis
Alfio Balzani: Or Extracts From The Diary Of A Proscribed Sicilian (1861) is a novel written by Alfio Balzani. The book is a collection of diary entries that were written by the protagonist, Alfio Balzani, during his time as a proscribed Sicilian. The story takes place during the mid-19th century when Sicily was under the control of the Bourbon monarchy. The protagonist is a revolutionary who is fighting for the independence of Sicily from the Bourbon monarchy. The book provides a vivid description of the political and social conditions prevailing in Sicily during that time. The author has portrayed the struggle of the Sicilian people against the Bourbon monarchy and the role played by the revolutionaries in the freedom movement. The book also highlights the sacrifices made by the revolutionaries in their fight for independence.The diary entries provide a glimpse into the personal life of the protagonist and his interactions with other revolutionaries. The book also sheds light on the role played by women in the independence movement. The author has portrayed the courage and determination of the women who supported the revolutionaries in their fight for independence.Overall, Alfio Balzani: Or Extracts From The Diary Of A Proscribed Sicilian (1861) is a compelling and insightful book that provides a unique perspective on the struggle for independence in Sicily during the mid-19th century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Sicily and the struggle for independence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
