Italian Chronicles Books in Order
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The Italian Chronicles is a series of historical novels and short stories by Stendhal, published between 1829 and 1840, that explore Italy's past through the lens of political and social upheaval. Set primarily during periods of foreign domination and internal conflict, the series examines the tensions between individual desires and collective struggles. Each work reflects on the complexities of power, morality, and national identity in Italian history.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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1829 · Stendhal
Vanina Vanini is a short story written by Stendhal, the pen name of Marie-Henri Beyle, and published in 1829. The story is set in the 1820s during…
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Vittoria Accoramboni: Duchess of Bracciano
1837 · Stendhal
Vittoria Accoramboni: Duchess of Bracciano is a 1837 book by Stendhal. It is book 2 of the series Italian Chronicles.
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1837 · Stendhal
The Cenci: 1599 is a historical narrative based on the true story of Beatrice Cenci, an Italian noblewoman who was imprisoned and repeatedly raped by…
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1838 · Stendhal
The Duchess of Palliano is a 1838 book by Stendhal. It is book 4 of the series Italian Chronicles.
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The source text, in French, notes that melodrama has so often shown sixteenth-century Italian brigands, and that many people have spoken of them…
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1839 · Stendhal
The Jew is a 1839 book by Stendhal. It is book 6 of the series Italian Chronicles.
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1839 · Stendhal
San Francesco a Ripa is a 1839 book by Stendhal. It is book 7 of the series Italian Chronicles.
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Too Much Favor Is Deadly: A Tale of 1589
1839 · Stendhal
Too Much Favor Is Deadly: A Tale of 1589 is a 1839 book by Stendhal. It is book 8 of the series Italian Chronicles.
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Suora Scolastica: A Story That Shocked All Naples in 1740
1840 · Stendhal
Suora Scolastica: A Story That Shocked All Naples in 1740 is a 1840 book by Stendhal. It is book 9 of the series Italian Chronicles.
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Italian Chronicles books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Vanina Vanini”. Start with “Vanina Vanini.”
How many books are in the Italian Chronicles series?
We list 9 books by Stendhal , published between 1829–1840.
Where can I buy the Italian Chronicles books?
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