The Duke's Prize; a Story of Art and Heart in Florence
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About This Book
"The Duke's A Story of Art and Heart in Florence" by way of Maturin Murray Ballou transports readers to the spell binding city of Florence, in which the geographical regions of artwork and emotion intertwine to weave a captivating narrative. Set in opposition to the backdrop of the Italian Renaissance, the story follows the lifestyles of the protagonist, whose adventure is intertwined with the vibrant cultural and artistic tapestry of Florence. The Duke's Prize isn't simply a tale of romance; it's far a story that delves into the profound impact of art on the human soul and the complexities of...
Chapters (21)
- THE DUKE'S PRIZE.
- A Story Of Art And Heart In Florence
- PREFACE.
- THE DUKE'S PRIZE.
- CHAPTER I.—FLORENCE.
- CHAPTER II.—OUR HERO AND HEROINE.
- CHAPTER III.—A RHINE LEGEND.
- CHAPTER IV.—THE DUKE'S PRIZE.
- CHAPTER V.—AWARDING THE PRIZE.
- CHAPTER VI.—THE MASQUERADE BALL.
- [SEE ENGRAVING.]
- CHAPTER VII.—THE RHINE LEGEND COMPLETED.
- CHAPTER VIII.—A RIVAL.
- CHAPTER IX.—THE DUEL.
- CHAPTER X.—THE ELOPEMENT.
- CHAPTER XI.—THE INTERCEPTED LETTER.
- CHAPTER XII.—NEPHEW AND UNCLE.
- CHAPTER XIII.—THE ROADSIDE INN.
- CHAPTER XIV.—THE FINALE.
- THE END. [FROM "THE FLAG OF OUR UNION."] THE PRIMA DONNA. BY M. V. ST. LEON.
- [FROM "THE FLAG OF OUR UNION."] THE ARTIST OF FLORENCE. BY JAMES DE MILLE.
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