Yolanda Of Cyprus (1908) - Tapa blanda

Sinopsis

Yolanda Of Cyprus is a historical fiction novel written by Cale Young Rice and first published in 1908. The story is set in the 15th century on the island of Cyprus, which is ruled by the Venetian Republic. The main character, Yolanda, is a young woman who is betrothed to the Duke of Nicosia. However, she falls in love with a handsome Venetian nobleman named Lusignan, who is also the governor of the island.As Yolanda struggles with her feelings for Lusignan, the political situation on the island becomes increasingly tense. The Ottoman Empire is threatening to invade Cyprus, and Yolanda's father, King John, is determined to resist their advances. Meanwhile, the Duke of Nicosia becomes increasingly jealous of Yolanda's affection for Lusignan and begins to plot against him.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and political intrigue, as Yolanda and Lusignan navigate their complicated relationship while trying to protect their home from the Ottoman invasion. The story is richly detailed, with vivid descriptions of the island's landscape, culture, and customs. It also features a cast of complex and compelling characters, including Yolanda's scheming stepmother and a wise old monk who serves as her confidant.Overall, Yolanda Of Cyprus is a gripping and engaging tale of romance and adventure set against the backdrop of a fascinating historical period.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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