Novelle di Capuana
Four Classic Tales, Original + English
Read four short stories by Luigi Capuana — a master of Italian verismo — in the original Italian beside a clear English translation, one sentence at a time. From the dreamlike "Sogno vivente" (Living Dream) to the wry "La bella bruttina" (The Pretty Plain Girl), Capuana's sharp, humane tales capture Sicilian and Italian life with wit and psychological depth.
Every sentence is aligned Italian-to-English, so you always know exactly what you are reading. Tap any word for an instant definition, listen to natural audio in both languages, and follow the highlighted word alignment as the story is read aloud.
Capuana's clear, elegant prose makes him an excellent author for intermediate learners. Read one polished tale at a time and grow your Italian.