I Promessi Sposi

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A comprehensive anthology compiled by Charles William Eliot, this 51-volume collection features significant writings from literature, philosophy, history, and mythology. Originally published as the "Harvard Classics" between 1909 and 1917, it embodies Eliot's vision that a liberal education can be achieved through a curated selection of essential texts. Often referred to as "Dr. Eliot's Five Foot Shelf," it aims to provide readers with foundational knowledge across various disciplines, all contained within a compact bookshelf space.