The Prince of India; Or, Why Constantinople Fell — Volume 01 by Lew Wallace

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Author Wallace, Lew, 1827-1905
Title The Prince of India; Or, Why Constantinople Fell — Volume 01
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Summary "The Prince of India; Or, Why Constantinople Fell — Volume 01" by Lew Wallace is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the events surrounding the fall of Constantinople and delves into themes of faith, ambition, and the complexities of religion during a time of great upheaval. It follows a mysterious traveler known as the Prince of India, who embarks on a voyage driven by a secretive mission involving treasures, and later interacts with key events and characters in the historical backdrop of the 14th century. The opening of the novel sets the stage in the year 1395 aboard a merchant vessel off the Syrian coast. The main character, the unnamed traveler, is introduced as a figure of intrigue, surrounded by attendants, including two white slaves and a large African man. He clutches an ancient leather roll, hinting at its significant importance. In the ensuing chapters, the narrative escalates as he arrives at a nameless bay with plans that involve mysterious actions at midnight. The traveler’s detailed demeanor and interaction with his companions, coupled with his preparation for a journey that hints at deeper motives, establishes a sense of suspense. As the first part concludes, readers are left curious about his objectives, the contents of the roll, and how it connects to the impending historical events concerning Constantinople's fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Fantasy fiction
Subject War stories
Subject Revenge -- Fiction
Subject Sieges -- Fiction
Subject Immortalism -- Fiction
Subject Wandering Jew -- Fiction
Subject Istanbul (Turkey) -- History -- Siege, 1453 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 6848
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Most Recently Updated Mar 14, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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