Marietta: A Maid of Venice
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Zorzi Ballarin and Angelo Beroviero, both skilled glassblowers of Murano, are rivals for the affection of the beautiful Marietta. However, their rivalry extends beyond love. Zorzi is a master craftsman, renowned for his innovative glassmaking techniques, while Angelo, a lesser talent, is consumed by jealousy. Angelo's resentment fuels his actions, leading him to betray Zorzi through a deceitful letter that brings Zorzi before the Council of Ten, the powerful governing body of Venice. The story explores the themes of love, betrayal, ambition, and the restrictions placed upon women in 16th-century Venice. Amidst the beauty and intrigue of Venetian society, the tale unravels the consequences of love, ambition, and treachery, culminating in a dramatic confrontation that will determine the fate of Zorzi and Marietta.Book Details
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Francis Marion Crawford
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Francis Marion Crawford was an American writer noted for his many novels, especially those set in Italy, and for his classic weird and fantastical stories. He was born in Bagni di Lucca, Italy, on Aug...
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