Nuvola al Palio di Siena

About Nuvola al Palio di Siena

Nuvola al Palio di Siena by Chiara Michelon is a captivating Italian story of friendship, courage, and overcoming fears, set against the thrilling backdrop of the historic Palio di Siena. This heartwarming narrative introduces readers to Cecco, a young boy living amidst the beautiful Sienese hills, and his beloved horse, Nuvola, whose coat is as white as the clouds. As the highly anticipated day of the Palio approaches, tension mounts across Siena's contrade, and Cecco finds himself deeply worried.

Nuvola, following a past accident, has developed a profound fear of loud whistles, posing a significant risk during his crucial first race in the Palio. The story beautifully explores themes of loyalty and resilience as Cecco grapples with his friend's predicament. Unexpectedly, the most wonderful surprise arrives through Angelica, a fierce yet beautiful rival, adding an intriguing twist to their journey. This book is an excellent graded reader for Italian L2/ILS students at an A2 level, combining adventure with language learning.

Key Details

• Author: Chiara Michelon
• Publisher: ELI
• Format: Paperback, 64 pages
• Language: Italian
• Published: 2023
• ISBN: 9788853635075

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