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_aHenty, G. A. _q(George Alfred), _d1832-1902 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Lion of Saint Mark: A Story of Venice in the Fourteenth Century |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2006-01-18 | ||
| 508 | _aE-text prepared by Martin Robb | ||
| 520 | _a"The Lion of Saint Mark: A Story of Venice in the Fourteenth Century" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of Venice during a time of turmoil and conflict, it follows the adventures of Francis Hammond, a young English merchant's son who becomes embroiled in the city's political intrigues and escapades. The novel offers readers a vibrant portrayal of Venice, emphasizing themes of bravery, loyalty, and the complexities of civic duty. The beginning of the story introduces us to Venice through the eyes of Francis and his friend Matteo. They discuss the city's contrasting atmosphere compared to London and hint at political tensions, including the omnipresent threat of conspiracies against the republic. Francis's fresh exploration of the city is disrupted when he stumbles upon an attack aimed at capturing the Polani sisters, two noblewomen. His brave intervention saves them, leading to consequential entanglements with powerful factions and hints of deep-rooted conspiracies. As the boys navigate their friendships and societal constraints, the narrative sets up a gripping tale of adventure and danger. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aAdventure stories | ||
| 653 | _aFathers and sons -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 653 | _aBritish -- Italy -- Venice -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 653 | _aVenice (Italy) -- History -- Juvenile fiction | ||
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