The Leopard (Il Gattopardo)

*The Leopard* (Il Gattopardo) by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa is a novel about the decline of the Sicilian aristocracy in the 19th century. It follows Prince Fabrizio Salina as Italy undergoes social and political changes with the Risorgimento movement. The story explores themes of change, tradition, and the inevitability of societal transformation, highlighting the contrasts between the old aristocracy and emerging modern ideas. Through its characters and setting, it reflects on the nature of change and the persistence of tradition amidst inevitable progress. The novel is renowned for its poetic language and profound insights into time and social change.