Name: Valperga: The Life and Adventures of Castruccio, Prince of Lucca (Historical Novel)
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Author: Mary Shelley
ISBN: 9788027305797

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Valperga: The Life and Adventures of Castruccio, Prince of Lucca (Historical Novel)

Type

Physical Book

Author

Mary Shelley

Publisher

E-Artnow

Language

English

Pages

228

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

22.9 x 15.2 x 1.2 cm

Weight

0.31 kg.

ISBN13

9788027305797

Synopsis "Valperga: The Life and Adventures of Castruccio, Prince of Lucca (Historical Novel) "

Valperga is a historical novel which relates the adventures of the early fourteenth-century despot Castruccio Castracani, a real historical figure who became the lord of Lucca and conquered Florence. His armies threaten the fortress of Valperga, governed by Countess Euthanasia, the woman he loves. He forces her to choose between her feelings for him and political liberty.

Mary Shelley

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Mary Shelley (1797-1851) Mary Shelley, born in London in (1797-1851), is the visionary author of Frankenstein, considered the first science fiction novel. Her life was marked by love, tragedy, and creativity. In addition to Frankenstein, she wrote works like The Last Man and Valperga, exploring themes such as ethics, loneliness. Her legacy transcends generations, inspiring debates on science and humanity. Discover in our bookstore her essential books and let yourself be captivated by the imagination and talent of one of the great figures of universal literature.

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