Publisher's Synopsis
Don Tarquinio is a novel written by Frederick William Rolfe, also known as Baron Corvo. The book tells the story of a young Italian nobleman named Don Tarquinio, who is determined to become a great artist and writer. However, his ambitions are thwarted by his family, who want him to pursue a more traditional path.Undeterred, Don Tarquinio sets out on a journey to seek out the great artists and writers of his time, hoping to learn from them and find inspiration for his own work. Along the way, he encounters a variety of colorful characters, including a group of monks, a beautiful princess, and a mad scientist.As Don Tarquinio's journey continues, he becomes increasingly obsessed with his artistic pursuits, even as he faces numerous challenges and setbacks. Ultimately, he must decide whether to continue on his chosen path or return to the life that his family has planned for him.Filled with vivid descriptions of Italian culture and society, Don Tarquinio is a fascinating exploration of art, ambition, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. Rolfe's masterful prose and intricate characterizations make this novel a must-read for fans of historical fiction and literary classics.We stood up, openly looking at him as though we were astounded at his audacity: for, in starting, he had knocked down the double-cross, golden, which leaned against the pedestal of the ivory faun near him, nor did he attempt to replace it. Indeed, his. eyes began to glare like those of one who unadvisedly had looked upon a cluster of hobgoblins. His knees also began to bend like those of one pressed downward by an incubus, gently, irresistible.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.
