The Strolling Saint

The Strolling Saint

The Strolling Saint

Rafael Sabatini

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2004
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781419184253
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The Strolling Saint is a novel written by the renowned author Rafael Sabatini. The story is set in the 17th century and revolves around the life of a man named Anthony Lovel. Lovel is a wandering minstrel, who is known for his musical talent and his ability to heal people with his touch. He is also believed to have supernatural powers, which he uses to help people in need.The novel begins with Lovel’s arrival in the town of St. Mary’s, where he is welcomed by the locals who are in awe of his reputation. However, Lovel soon finds himself embroiled in a web of intrigue and politics, as he becomes involved in a plot to overthrow the local governor.As the story progresses, Lovel’s powers are put to the test, as he is forced to confront his own beliefs and values. He also finds himself falling in love with a beautiful woman named Rosamund, who is the daughter of the governor he is trying to overthrow.The Strolling Saint is a gripping tale of adventure, love, and betrayal, which showcases Sabatini’s mastery of storytelling. The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of 17th-century England, which transport the reader to a bygone era. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone who enjoys a good adventure story.When I think of my mother now I do not see her as she appeared in any of the scenes that already I have set down. There is one picture of her that is burnt as with an acid upon my memory, a picture which the mere mention of her name, the mere thought of her, never fails to evoke like a ghost before me.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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