"Pasquale Paoli; or, the defeat at Ponte Nuovo" is a historical novel by the Italian writer Francesco Domenico Guerrazzi, which tells about the famous hero of Corsica in the 18th century, Pasquale Paoli. The author successfully combined factual events with fictional fiction, which allowed us to reveal the depth of the main character's character and raise the question of loyalty to ideals in the struggle for freedom and justice. The novel "Pasquale Paoli; or, the defeat at Ponte Nuovo" not only reflects historical events, but also captivates the reader with its intense storyline and picturesque description of life in Corsica during the struggle for independence.