Publisher's Synopsis
""A Historic Fantasy Of Venice"" is a novel written by Grace Llewellyn Jones and first published in 1900. The story is set in the romantic and mysterious city of Venice during the Renaissance period. The book is a historical fantasy that combines elements of romance, adventure, and magic.The protagonist of the story is a young woman named Marietta, who lives in Venice with her father, a wealthy merchant. Marietta is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is fascinated by the history and culture of her city. She is also gifted with a special ability - she can communicate with the spirits of the dead.One day, Marietta meets a handsome young man named Giovanni, who is a member of a secret society of artists and intellectuals known as the ""Society of the Black Rose"". Giovanni is immediately drawn to Marietta's beauty and intelligence, and the two become fast friends.As Marietta and Giovanni explore the city and its secrets, they uncover a plot by a sinister group of sorcerers who seek to use the power of the spirits to gain control of Venice. Marietta and Giovanni must use all their wits and courage to stop the sorcerers and save their beloved city.""A Historic Fantasy Of Venice"" is a beautifully written and engaging novel that transports the reader to the magical world of Renaissance Venice. The book is full of vivid descriptions of the city's architecture, art, and culture, as well as its dark and mysterious side. It is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction, fantasy, and adventure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
