The Flame Of Life by Gabriele D'Annunzio
"The Flame of Life" is a novel that delves into the passionate and tumultuous affair between a famous writer and a Venetian noblewoman. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Venice, the narrative explores themes of love, art, and the quest for immortality through creation. The protagonist's obsession with leaving a lasting legacy is mirrored in the intense and consuming relationship he shares with his lover, making the city of Venice a central character in their story. The novel is rich in symbolic imagery and poetic language, reflecting the author's fascination with beauty, decadence, and the complexities of the human soul.
The 2155th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1900
- Nationality
- Italian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 428
- Original Language
- Italian
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 78th on Choosing the Century's(20th) Favorite Books(1924) (The Literary Digest)
- Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher (Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher)
- One Hundred Best Books (1916) (John Cowper Powys)