The Cloven Viscount by Italo Calvino
This novel tells the story of a viscount who, after being split in two by a cannonball during a battle, survives as two separate halves: one purely evil and the other purely good. These two halves return to their homeland where they lead drastically different lives, reflecting the dual nature of humanity and the complexities of moral absolutism. The narrative explores themes of identity, morality, and the struggle to find a balance between opposing aspects of one's nature. Through its fantastical and allegorical approach, the story delves into the consequences of division and the possibility of reconciliation, both within an individual and within society.
The 3547th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1952
- Nationality
- Italian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 112
- Original Language
- Italian
- Avg User Rating
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(3.7)
- Alternate Titles
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- El Vizconde Demediado
- El vizconde demediado
- Il Visconte Dimezzato
- Il visconte dimezzato
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- 47th on The 100 Best Novels of the 20th Century (Folha de São Paulo)
- 3311th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)