The Rubicon (1894)

The Rubicon (1894)

Edward Frederic Benson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781104327279
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The Rubicon is a novel written by Edward Frederic Benson and first published in 1894. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young man named Leonard Boyce, who is struggling to find his place in the world. Leonard is the son of a wealthy industrialist and has been raised in a sheltered environment. However, he is restless and yearns for adventure and excitement.One day, Leonard meets a beautiful and mysterious woman named Madame Okraska, who introduces him to the world of espionage and political intrigue. Leonard becomes deeply involved in this world and finds himself torn between his loyalty to his country and his love for Madame Okraska.As the plot unfolds, Leonard is drawn into a web of deceit and betrayal, and he must navigate dangerous waters to stay alive. Along the way, he meets a cast of fascinating characters, including spies, diplomats, and revolutionaries.The Rubicon is a gripping tale of love, intrigue, and adventure that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Benson’s writing is masterful, and he creates a vivid and immersive world that will transport readers back in time to the late 19th century. This book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and spy novels.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.

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