Browsing Faculty of Graduate Studies Online Theses by Subject "Italy"
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And he loved light rather than darkness: Giacomo Leopardi’s Poetics and Pessimism in the Work of Matthew Arnold, George Eliot, and A. E. Housman
(2018-12-03)This thesis examines a selection of the work of three Victorian writers: Matthew Arnold, George Eliot, and A. E. Housman, in light of their interest in the Romantic-era Italian poet-philosopher Giacomo Leopardi. While often ... -
“A MUCH MILDER MEDIUM”: ENGLISH AND GERMAN WOMEN WRITERS IN ITALY 1840-1880
(2011-12-15)Travel writing is by definition an open and hybrid form that encompasses a variety of genres, styles, and modes of presentation. This study focuses on four little-known travel texts about Italy written between 1840 and ... -
Naples’ Refuge Duality: Volcanic Evacuation and Aid Through Superstition and Pragmatics
(2024-04-03)Naples, the third largest city in Italy is known for its rich history, its interplay with volcanic activity, and its sense of superstition. Built on Neopolitan yellow tuff pyroclastic rock, the region’s geology has fostered ...