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100	1		_aCapes, Bernard, _d1854-1918
245	1	4	_aThe pot of basil
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2023-03-11
508			_aan anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer
520			_a"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.)
534			_pOriginally published: _cUnited Kingdom: CONSTABLE & COMPANY LTD., 1913
653			_aItaly -- History -- 1559-1789 -- Fiction
856	4		_uhttps://searchworks.stanford.edu/view/12142691
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70265
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