A tense crossing of cultures in a dangerous Calabrian landscape, where courage, faith, and loyalty are tested at every turn.
In this vivid Calabrian tale, a young English traveler, Horace Cleveland, faces heat, hostility, and a dangerous journey as he travels with his mother toward a distant inn. Across the hills, a band of hardened outlaws and a gifted storyteller challenge him to confront his own beliefs, courage, and resolve. Though the setting is rough and perilous, the story anchors itself in faith, duty, and the sense that a higher power guides even the darkest paths.
As danger closes in, the characters confront trials that ask what it means to stand firm. A moment of mercy, a test of loyalty, and a dramatic clash between restraint and violence push every choice to the edge. The book follows a fraught voyage through fear and danger toward a reckoning that will redefine what it means to be brave.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical adventure with strong ethical questions and a vivid sense of place.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book plunges you into the heart of 19th-century Calabria, a land of breathtaking beauty and simmering danger. Join a young English gentleman and his mother as they embark on a journey through this wild and unfamiliar territory, encountering suspicious characters, breathtaking landscapes, and the ever-present threat of the notorious bandit Matteo and his gang. The author paints a vivid picture of the cultural and social dynamics of the time, highlighting the tensions between foreign travellers and the local population. Through the protagonists' experiences, the narrative explores themes of prejudice, class, and the consequences of underestimating the complexities of a foreign land. As the journey takes a perilous turn, the story delves into the depths of human emotions, revealing the strength of maternal love and the transformative power of remorse. Ultimately, this book offers a glimpse into the human capacity for resilience and redemption, even amidst the shadows of fear and regret. 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 9781330656396_0
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Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 210 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.48 inches. This item is printed on demand. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers zk1330656393
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