“Travelers describe a tree in the island of Java whose pestiferous exhalations blight every tiny blade of grass within the compass of its shade. So it is with despotism.”
Quote by Giovanni Ruffini
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Doctor Antonio: a tale of Italy
This book is a fictional account set in the backdrop of Italy, exploring the personal and professional journey of a character named Antonio who is a doctor. The story delves into the complexities of medical practice and the social fabric of Italy during the time period depicted. more
Author
Giovanni Ruffini
Giovanni Ruffini was an Italian poet who made significant contributions to the Romantic movement. Born on September 20, 1807, and dying on November 3, 1881, Ruffini's poetry is renowned for its emotional depth and lyrical charm. more
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Source: Doctor Antonio. A tale. By the author of Lorenzo Benoni [i.e. Giovanni Domenico Ruffini].
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Source: Doctor Antonio. A tale. By the author of Lorenzo Benoni [i.e. Giovanni Domenico Ruffini].
Source: Doctor Antonio: a tale of Italy
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