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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book follows the captivating narrative of Count della Braccia, an elderly yet handsome Venetian Count and his controversial decision to marry the beautiful yet impoverished Donna Lisa di Val Moreno. Set against the backdrop of aristocratic Venice, the narrative delves into the societal norms, familial ties, and financial struggles of the time period. The author explores the complex motivations and social pressures that shape the characters' actions, particularly the constraints placed on women within the rigid societal structure of the Italian nobility. The book raises questions about the role of wealth, love, and societal expectations in marriage, offering a nuanced portrayal of human nature and the choices we make. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780243087525_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243087525
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243087525
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