The novel
notes thatis Genevese by birth. (This means he is from or around Geneva
and/or Switzerland. In his telling of his family's history, Victor states that he was born in
Naples, which followed trips by his parents to Italy, Germany, and France.
Victor is very proud of his Genevese background. He states that his family is renowned
in Geneva and that his ancestors have been recognized in the area for many generations as
counselors and syndics (some affiliated with the court system).
Therefore,
while born in Italy (Naples) which would make him Italian by birth, Victor states that he is
Genevese by birthright and ancestry.
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