Vincenzo: Or Sunken Rocks (1863)
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ISBN10: 1165819090
ISBN13: 9781165819096
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 694
Weight: 2.01
Height: 1.39 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781165819096
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 694
Weight: 2.01
Height: 1.39 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Vincenzo: Or Sunken Rocks is a novel written by John Ruffini and published in 1863. The story is set in Italy and revolves around the life of the titular character, Vincenzo, a young man who dreams of becoming a sailor. However, his father, a wealthy merchant, wants him to pursue a career in business instead.As Vincenzo struggles to find his place in the world, he becomes embroiled in a web of deceit and betrayal. He falls in love with a beautiful woman named Giulia, but their relationship is threatened by the machinations of her jealous ex-lover.Meanwhile, Vincenzo's father is involved in a shady business deal that could ruin the family's reputation and fortune. Vincenzo must navigate these treacherous waters and try to salvage his dreams and his family's future.The novel is a gripping tale of love, ambition, and betrayal set against the backdrop of 19th-century Italy. Ruffini's vivid descriptions of the Italian countryside and seafaring life bring the story to life, while his nuanced portrayal of the characters adds depth and complexity to the plot. Overall, Vincenzo: Or Sunken Rocks is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers to this day.Two Volumes In One.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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