Sebastiano: The Adventures Of An Italian Priest, Sebastiano Locatelli, During His Journey From Bologna To Paris And Back

Sebastiano: The Adventures Of An Italian Priest, Sebastiano Locatelli, During His Journey From Bologna To Paris And Back

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Wilfrid Blunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: James Barrie, London, 1956

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Fold-out map intact. Board with bumping on corners and spine. Minor nick/tear on FEP, otherwise clean text.

This historical fiction novel chronicles the picaresque journey of Sebastiano Locatelli, an Italian priest, as he travels from Bologna to Paris and back. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 18th-century Europe, the narrative details his encounters with a diverse cast of characters and the various challenges he faces, offering a vivid portrayal of the era's social customs and religious life. Wilfrid Blunt masterfully blends adventure with insightful observations, presenting a rich tapestry of human experience through the eyes of his engaging protagonist. The story captures the spirit of exploration and the complexities of faith and morality in a rapidly changing world.

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Description

Author: Wilfrid Blunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: James Barrie, London, 1956

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Fold-out map intact. Board with bumping on corners and spine. Minor nick/tear on FEP, otherwise clean text.

This historical fiction novel chronicles the picaresque journey of Sebastiano Locatelli, an Italian priest, as he travels from Bologna to Paris and back. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 18th-century Europe, the narrative details his encounters with a diverse cast of characters and the various challenges he faces, offering a vivid portrayal of the era's social customs and religious life. Wilfrid Blunt masterfully blends adventure with insightful observations, presenting a rich tapestry of human experience through the eyes of his engaging protagonist. The story captures the spirit of exploration and the complexities of faith and morality in a rapidly changing world.