Power, ambition, and passion collide in a fractured portrait of a would‑be leader. A young nobleman pursues fame and influence across Italy, chasing a grand political dream while his heart gets tangled in love and betrayal.
Set amid travel from Genoa to Rome and Venice, this novel traces Bendish’s ascent and the costs it brings. As he writes and schemes, the line between rhetoric and reality blurs, revealing a sharp, provocative look at ambition and the lure of revolution.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book follows the tale of Roger Heniker, a young attorney, whose life is thrown into disarray when he crosses paths with George, Lord Bendish, his eccentric and enigmatic client. Bendish, a man of noble birth and immense talent, has retreated to the countryside, seeking solace and inspiration in the tranquil surroundings, hoping to create a lasting work. As the story unfolds, Bendish's true nature is revealedâ"he is an individual consumed by idealism and ambition, yet he is also arrogant and self-absorbed. Heniker finds himself torn between the need to manage Bendish's chaotic affairs, his own budding affections, and the looming threat of Bendish's secret involvement with a beautiful and enigmatic woman. The narrative delves into the depths of human desire and frailty, exploring the complexities of love, ambition, and the price of one's dreams. It examines the illusions we hold about ourselves, the masks we wear, and the lengths we will go to protect them, as well as the transformative power of passion and the corrosive nature of betrayal. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330179321_0
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Anbieter: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, USA
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330179321
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330179321
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