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Boffo da Massa : A Historical Tale from the 14th Century

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"Boffo da Massa" by Giovanni Polini is no ordinary historical tale.

It's a tribute to the Fermano region and a gift to the people of Carassai, given in a time - 1888, when few had the ability to read and access historical information. This tale plunges readers into the 14th century, a tumultuous period for Fermano (in the Marche Region of Italy), a land rich in events and battles.

The protagonist, Boffo, is a valiant but flawed warrior, a negative character who embodies the tyrants of Fermano.

Through this figure, Polini aligns with the pre-unification literary movement, using his story as a vehicle to paraphrase the political ferment of his time. "Boffo da Massa" is more than just the chronicle of a man or a region.

It is a vivid portrayal of an era, a tribute to the past of a people and their land.

Polini's gift to his contemporaries in Carassai was not merely a story, but a key to a rich cultural and historical heritage that might have otherwise remained hidden. "Boffo da Massa" is a journey back in time, an adventure that will introduce you to a distant and fascinating past.

Prepare for an engrossing read filled with history and intrigue.

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Product Details
Mariano Pallottini
839832381Y / 9798398323818
Paperback / softback
14/07/2023
178 pages
152 x 229 mm, 245 grams