The Life Of The Marchesa Giulia Falletti, Di Barolo: Reformer Of The Turin Prisons (1866)

The Life of the Marchesa Giulia Falletti, Di Barolo: Reformer of the Turin Prisons is a book written by Silvio Pellico and originally published in 1866. The book tells the story of the Marchesa Giulia Falletti, a noblewoman from Turin who became a renowned social reformer in the 19th century. Falletti was known for her work in improving the conditions of prisons in Turin, which were notoriously overcrowded and unsanitary at the time. Pellico's book provides a detailed account of Falletti's life, from her upbringing as a member of the aristocracy to her involvement in social reform movements. The book also explores the political and social context of Turin during Falletti's lifetime, shedding light on the challenges she faced in her efforts to improve the prison system. Overall, The Life of the Marchesa Giulia Falletti, Di Barolo: Reformer of the Turin Prisons is a fascinating historical account of a remarkable woman who made a significant impact on her community. Pellico's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of social reform in Italy.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.