The Abbess Of Castro

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Stendhal's novella tells the story of a pair of star crossed lovers, using biting realism and deep psychological insight. In Lazio in Italy, a young girl with a disapproving family meets a fatherless brigand, the two fall in love and meet in secret. However their passion has unintended and dangerous consequences. Whilst contemporary readers may have not appreciated Stendhal's ironic style, the modern reader will appreciate his use of realism and the depth of human passion that he portrays.

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HENRI MARIE BEYLE (1783-1842) had a post in the Ministry of War and followed Napoleon's campaigns before retiring to Italy. There as 'Stendhal', he began writing on art, music and travel. He later wrote novels, literary criticism, and various biographical and autobiographical works.