The Capsina: A Historical Novel (1899)
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ISBN10: 1437318479
ISBN13: 9781437318470
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Nov 26 2008
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.04
Height: 0.73 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781437318470
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Nov 26 2008
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.04
Height: 0.73 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Capsina: A Historical Novel is a book written by Edward Frederic Benson, published in 1899. The novel is set in the 18th century and follows the story of a young woman named Capsina, who is forced to leave her home in Greece and travel to England to marry a wealthy nobleman. Along the way, she encounters various challenges and adventures, including pirates, treacherous seas, and political intrigue.Capsina is a strong-willed and independent woman who refuses to be dominated by the men in her life. She is determined to make her own choices and live life on her own terms, even if it means defying the expectations of society. As she navigates the complex world of 18th century England, she learns valuable lessons about love, loyalty, and the true meaning of freedom.The novel is richly detailed and vividly brings to life the sights, sounds, and customs of both Greece and England during this time period. Benson's writing is both engaging and insightful, providing readers with a unique perspective on the historical events and social norms of the era.Overall, The Capsina: A Historical Novel is a captivating and thought-provoking read that will appeal to anyone interested in historical fiction, adventure, and strong female characters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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