The Strolling Saint

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Set in 16th-century Italy, the narrative follows Agostino d' Anguissola, a young man caught between his devout upbringing and his desires. Raised by a mother determined to see him in the clergy, he faces strict surveillance until he turns 18, when his education takes an unexpected turn. As he grapples with his identity and birthright, the story explores themes of religious hypocrisy and personal freedom. Agostino's journey from innocence to power raises questions about duty, ambition, and the constraints of societal expectations.