This edition had all images removed.
Title: The pot of basil
Original Publication: United Kingdom: CONSTABLE & COMPANY LTD., 1913.
Note: Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer
Summary: "The Pot of Basil" by Bernard Capes is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against a backdrop of historical intrigue in 18th century Italy, the book revolves around the complex relationships involving an archduke and an infanta, showing how love and societal expectations intertwine with themes of ambition and personal aspirations. The story primarily follows the characters of Archduke Joseph and the Infanta Isabella, exploring the dynamics of nobility amidst romantic pursuits. The opening of "The Pot of Basil" paints a vivid picture of Colorno, Italy, where Archduke Joseph travels incognito with his friend Tiretta. Their journey is marked by a philosophical exchange that hints at the archduke’s character and the weight of royal expectations. A serendipitous encounter occurs when Joseph catches sight of Isabella, who stands in a picturesque yet precarious position as she attempts to reach a golden lily in the water. This moment sets off a series of social misinterpretations and introduces the notion of courtly love amid the realities of rank and decorum. The scene effectively sets the tone for the budding romance and the complications that will arise as societal norms and personal desires collide. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Capes, Bernard, 1854-1918
EBook No.: 70265
Published: Mar 11, 2023
Downloads: 46
Language: English
Subject: Italy -- History -- 1559-1789 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The pot of basil
Original Publication: United Kingdom: CONSTABLE & COMPANY LTD., 1913.
Note: Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer
Summary: "The Pot of Basil" by Bernard Capes is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against a backdrop of historical intrigue in 18th century Italy, the book revolves around the complex relationships involving an archduke and an infanta, showing how love and societal expectations intertwine with themes of ambition and personal aspirations. The story primarily follows the characters of Archduke Joseph and the Infanta Isabella, exploring the dynamics of nobility amidst romantic pursuits. The opening of "The Pot of Basil" paints a vivid picture of Colorno, Italy, where Archduke Joseph travels incognito with his friend Tiretta. Their journey is marked by a philosophical exchange that hints at the archduke’s character and the weight of royal expectations. A serendipitous encounter occurs when Joseph catches sight of Isabella, who stands in a picturesque yet precarious position as she attempts to reach a golden lily in the water. This moment sets off a series of social misinterpretations and introduces the notion of courtly love amid the realities of rank and decorum. The scene effectively sets the tone for the budding romance and the complications that will arise as societal norms and personal desires collide. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Capes, Bernard, 1854-1918
EBook No.: 70265
Published: Mar 11, 2023
Downloads: 46
Language: English
Subject: Italy -- History -- 1559-1789 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.