Marietta - Crawford, F. Marion
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"Marietta: A Maid of Venice" is a captivating historical novel penned by F. Marion Crawford. Set in the vibrant city of Venice during the Renaissance, the book immerses readers in the colorful and romantic world of 16th-century Italy. The story follows the life of Marietta, a spirited and independent young woman born into a humble background. Despite her lowly station, Marietta possesses a remarkable talent for singing, which catches the attention of the influential and powerful figures of Venetian society. Her journey takes her from the canals and palazzos of Venice to the grand stages of…mehr

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"Marietta: A Maid of Venice" is a captivating historical novel penned by F. Marion Crawford. Set in the vibrant city of Venice during the Renaissance, the book immerses readers in the colorful and romantic world of 16th-century Italy. The story follows the life of Marietta, a spirited and independent young woman born into a humble background. Despite her lowly station, Marietta possesses a remarkable talent for singing, which catches the attention of the influential and powerful figures of Venetian society. Her journey takes her from the canals and palazzos of Venice to the grand stages of Europe as she navigates the complexities of love, ambition, and societal expectations. Readers are transported to a world of lavish balls, passionate romances, and the clash between tradition and individual aspirations. The story explores themes of social class, identity, and the pursuit of dreams. It delves into the challenges faced by Marietta as she strives to break free from societal constraints and find her own voice in a world of privilege and conformity.
Autorenporträt
F. Marion Crawford was an American author who lived from August 2, 1854, to April 9, 1909, and is remembered for his numerous books, particularly those set in Italy, as well as his well-known odd and fantastic tales. On August 2, 1854, Crawford was born in Bagni di Lucca, Grand Duchy of Tuscany. He was the lone child of Louisa Cutler Ward and American sculptor Thomas Crawford. He was the nephew of the American poet Julia Ward Howe, and his sister was the author Mary Crawford Fraser (also known as Mrs. Hugh Fraser). After his father passed away in 1857, Crawford's mother remarried Luther Terry, with whom she had Margaret Ward Terry, Crawford's half-sister who later married Winthrop Astor Chanler. He spent the majority of this time in Boston, mostly with his uncle Sam Ward and at the home of his aunt Julia Ward Howe. His future financial prospects worried his family. Based on his private performances of Schubert lieder, his mother had hoped he could enroll in Boston's operatic baritone training program and pursue a career in opera.