The Closed Book: Concerning the Secret of the Borgias: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Closed Book: Concerning the Secret of the Borgias is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Le Queux, William (1864–1927).
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"The Closed Book: Concerning the Secret of the Borgias" by William Le Queux is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative begins with Allan Kennedy, an antiquarian enthusiast, who travels to Florence in search of a rare manuscript said to be of considerable significance. As he interacts with various intriguing characters, including a mysterious hunchback named Francesco Graniani and a jovial prior, the story hints at dark secrets intertwined with the infamous Borgia family. The opening of the tale establishes the setting in a historical Florence, describing both its antiquity and its present-day decay. Kennedy's encounter with the prior, Dom Bernardo Landini, leads him to acquire a manuscript linked to the Borgias, but the excitement of his purchase is overshadowed by ominous warnings regarding the book. These warnings foreshadow potential peril associated with the manuscript, and as Kennedy attempts to decipher its secrets, he becomes entangled in a web of historical intrigue, deception, and sinister forces lurking in the shadows. The early chapters expertly blend historical detail with suspense, making it compelling for readers intrigued by the enigmatic legacy of the Borgias and the dark side of antiquarian pursuits.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Closed Book: Concerning the Secret of the Borgias
- Author credits: Le Queux, William (1864–1927)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Borgia, Lucrezia, 1480-1519 -- Fiction
- Treasure troves -- Fiction
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- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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