Excelsior (1865)
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ISBN10: 1165417391
ISBN13: 9781165417391
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 148
Weight: 0.46
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781165417391
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 148
Weight: 0.46
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Excelsior is a historical novel written by Samuel Richard Bosanquet in 1865. The story is set in the 16th century and revolves around the life of a young man named Francis Vernon. Francis is the son of a wealthy English merchant and is sent to study in Italy to become a scholar. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he falls in love with a beautiful Italian woman named Bianca. As Francis and Bianca's love grows, they face numerous challenges including religious differences and family objections. The novel also explores the political and social issues of the time, including the conflict between the Catholic Church and the Protestant Reformation. Throughout the novel, Francis struggles to reconcile his love for Bianca with his loyalty to his family and his country. He also grapples with his own religious beliefs and the role of faith in his life. Excelsior is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that delves into themes of love, faith, and loyalty. Bosanquet's vivid descriptions of 16th century Italy and England provide a rich backdrop for the story, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction.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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