Doctor Antonio (1890)

Doctor Antonio is a novel written by Italian author Giovanni Ruffini in 1890. The story is set in the small town of Sorrento, Italy, and follows the life of the town's beloved doctor, Antonio. He is a kind and compassionate man who treats all of his patients with care and respect, regardless of their social status or financial means.The novel explores the themes of love, family, and societal expectations. Doctor Antonio is married to the beautiful and wealthy Rosina, but he finds himself drawn to the humble and virtuous peasant girl, Nunziata. Their relationship is complicated by the expectations of their respective social classes and the disapproval of their families.As the novel progresses, Doctor Antonio is faced with a series of challenges, including a deadly outbreak of cholera in the town and the unexpected return of his estranged brother. Through it all, he remains committed to his patients and his principles, even when it means sacrificing his own happiness.Doctor Antonio is a timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and the power of compassion. It is a classic work of Italian literature that continues to resonate with readers today.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.