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Ombre italiane is a collection of gothic and supernatural tales by Vernon Lee, set in evocative Italian locales. Originally written in English, the stories explore themes of memory, aesthetic obsession, and the uncanny, often blending psychological introspection with elements of ghost fiction. Lee, known for her erudite style and sensitivity to atmosphere, constructs narratives that reflect on the haunting presence of the past in art and architecture. This 1988 Italian edition highlights her contribution to late Victorian and early modern supernatural literature, emphasizing cross-cultural sensibilities between Britain and Italy.