Farewell, Love! A Novel (1906)

Farewell, Love! is a novel written by Italian author Matilde Serao and first published in 1906. The story is set in Naples, Italy, and follows the lives of several young people who are struggling to find love and happiness in a society that is rigidly controlled by social hierarchies and expectations.The main character of the novel is a young woman named Rosario, who is in love with a man named Michele. However, their love is forbidden by their families because Michele is from a lower social class than Rosario. Despite their efforts to be together, they are ultimately torn apart by the societal norms that dictate their lives.Throughout the novel, Serao explores themes of love, class, and tradition in Italian society. She portrays the struggles of young people who are trying to break free from the constraints of their social classes and find happiness on their own terms.Farewell, Love! is a poignant and emotional novel that provides a powerful commentary on the societal norms of early 20th century Italy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Italian literature, as well as those who are interested in exploring the complexities of love and relationships in a traditional society.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.