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The Black Tulip
Hardcover
RomanceClassic FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025348698
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 276
Weight: 1.24
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Black Tulip is a compelling historical romance set against the backdrop of the Dutch Republic during the height of the tulip-growing craze in 1672. The story follows Cornelius van Baerle, a gentle physician and botanist whose life is consumed by the quest to breed a truly black tulip. However, his peaceful pursuit is shattered when he becomes the victim of a neighbor's jealousy and is wrongfully imprisoned during a time of intense political upheaval following the brutal assassination of the de Witt brothers.
Within the walls of his prison, Cornelius finds an unexpected ally in Rosa, the jailer's beautiful daughter. Together, they work in secret to nurture the precious bulbs that may hold the key to his freedom and his legacy. This classic work by Alexandre Dumas masterfully blends elements of political intrigue, suspense, and tender romance, exploring themes of perseverance, justice, and the transformative power of love. The Black Tulip remains a captivating exploration of the Dutch Golden Age, offering readers a window into a unique historical era where the pursuit of a single flower could lead to both ruin and redemption.
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