Marie Corelli

Vendetta or the Story of One Forgotten

Amna A.

The story of one forgotten takes place in Italy during the final years of the 19th century. A time when people started 'evolving' and losing their sense of honor and dignity. A time where many had decided to spare themselves the dishonor caused by such "treacherous creatures as women". Fabio was one of those who avoided women until he had meant whom he though was the most beautiful and innocent-looking creature. But only three years after he had married her did he discover her true colors and all the treachery she was responsible of. For from that moment on, Fabio promised vengeance upon his unfaithful wife and a vendetta towards those connected with his dishonor. 

As the course of the story moves on, I notice Fabio's hatred and revolt towards women grow back rapidly. And upon every insult that was directed towards the female sex, I find it hard to believe that Marie Corelli wrote this, whom I found out was branded a 'man-hater' during her times, which makes this piece a whole lot more interesting.

 
"Revenge is sweet! -but who shall paint the horrors of memory? My vengeance now recoils upon my own head."

maitha mana

Vendetta is a story of a man who has seen it all. A man who died and came back to life only to find lovers turned to traitors. A man who would give all rich man's gold for justice in return. This book is a great example of how wealth destroys people, how pride destroys one's soul. And finally, how vengeance can be just as ruthless when it comes to forgiveness.

Vendetta or the Story of One Forgotten

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