The Venetians : A novel by M. E. Braddon
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| Author | Braddon, M. E. (Mary Elizabeth), 1835-1915 |
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| Title | The Venetians : A novel |
| Original Publication | London: Simpkin, Marshall, Hamilton, Kent & Co., 1893. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Peter Becker, Hannah Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "The Venetians" by M. E. Braddon is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the vibrant Carnival in Venice, the book revolves around themes of love, chance encounters, and the turning points in relationships that come with unexpected circumstances. The narrative introduces us to John Vansittart, a well-to-do Englishman enjoying the festive atmosphere, and his developing connection with a beautiful Venetian girl, Fiordelisa, straddling the lines between fascination and consequence. The opening of the novel immerses readers in the lively and enchanting Carnival atmosphere of Venice, where the protagonist, John Vansittart, encounters two women who are distinctly connected to the local culture. As he decides to dine with these ladies, the tone swiftly transitions from cheerful festivities to a darker turn of events, highlighting Vansittart’s impulsive decision-making and its severe repercussions. During a climactic confrontation in a cafe, the revelry is shattered when a violent altercation occurs, claiming the life of a man and forcing Vansittart into unimaginable circumstances that will alter his life forever, leaving readers intrigued about his journey and its coming consequences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Venice (Italy) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 74385 |
| Release Date | Sep 7, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 156 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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