The Amulet by Hendrik Conscience

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Author Conscience, Hendrik, 1812-1883
Title The Amulet
Note Translation of: Simon Turchi
Credits Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Valerine Blas and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Amulet" by Hendrik Conscience is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. Set in 16th-century Antwerp, it explores themes of morality and justice through the lens of a dramatic narrative involving family honor, wealth, and revenge. The story follows Geronimo Deodati, a young nobleman caught in a web of ambition and treachery as he navigates his feelings for Mary Van de Werve amidst familial and societal expectations. The beginning of "The Amulet" introduces us to a bustling Antwerp at a time when its commercial power is rising, thanks to new trade routes to the Americas and Asia. The narrative centers on Geronimo, who is eagerly anticipating the arrival of his wealthy uncle, Signor Deodati, from Lucca, coinciding with his longing for Mary, who has captured his heart. As we delve into their interactions, we see the tensions between Geronimo and Mary's father regarding marriage prospects, revealing Geronimo's precarious position—especially with the looming threat of rival Simon Turchi, who harbors jealous ambitions. This opening section establishes a vivid backdrop of political and economic layers that set the stage for ensuing conflicts and the characters' intertwining fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Antwerp (Belgium) -- History -- 16th century -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 13835
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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