Description
THE INNOCENT
Book Summary
This masterpiece by Gabriele D'Annunzio immerses the reader in a psychological drama of passion, jealousy, and self-destruction. Through the voice of Tullio Hermil, a libertine aristocrat in 19th-century Italy, the novel explores the devastating consequences of unbridled desire and wounded pride. The reader will find an intense and refined narrative that dissects the human soul, where love turns into a cruel game and the pursuit of pleasure leads to madness and tragedy.
What is it about?
The novel delves into the consciousness of Tullio Hermil, a young Italian aristocrat who, trapped by uncontrollable sensuality, subjects his wife, Giuliana, to constant humiliation through his multiple infidelities. After years of silent suffering, Tullio attempts a belated reconciliation with his wife, but is soon assailed by the suspicion that the submissive Giuliana has sought comfort in the arms of another man. What begins as a torment of jealousy transforms into an irrepressible hatred that consumes him, leading him to make terrible and irreparable decisions that will mark everyone's fate.
Main Themes
- Adultery and its psychological consequences.
- The conflict between carnal desire and spiritual love.
- Self-destruction caused by jealousy and pride.
- The hypocrisy and double standards of the aristocracy of the time.
- The complexity of conscience and the justification of atrocious acts.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is intended for readers interested in classic European literature of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, especially those who appreciate novels of psychological depth and analysis of human passions. It is ideal for those who enjoy authors like Dostoevsky or Tolstoy, and for any lover of narrative that explores the limits of morality, desire, and madness within a well-defined historical and social context.
What this book offers
- An immersion into the mind of a complex and morally ambiguous character, whose point of view challenges the reader.
- Exquisite and sensual prose, characteristic of Italian Decadentism, which turns the reading into an aesthetic experience.
- A critical portrait of the aristocratic society of the time, its conventions, and its hypocrisy.
- A timeless exploration of jealousy, desire, and the human capacity for self-destruction.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Gabriele D'Annunzio
- Publisher: Editorial dÉpoca
- Language: Spanish
- Theme: Classic texts, Modern and contemporary fiction, Classic fiction, Classic travel literature
- Collection: Tesoros de Época
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication Date: March 2014
- Number of pages: 336
- Weight: 741 g
Editorial Review
The Innocent is one of the most representative novels of Italian Decadentism and a fundamental work by Gabriele D'Annunzio. Its value lies in the mastery with which the author constructs a deeply flawed narrator, successfully drawing the reader into his tortured psyche. The hardcover edition of the "Tesoros de Época" collection by Editorial dÉpoca presents this classic work with a quality that invites its preservation in personal libraries. It is essential reading for those who seek to understand the roots of modern psychological literature and wish to engage with a story that, far from offering comfort, provokes intense reflection on human nature.