Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog Project Gutenberg 2004-01-01 Public domain in the USA. 201 Ballou, Maturin M. (Maturin Murray) 1820 1895 Murray, Lieutenant Forester, Frank Ballou, M. M. (Maturin Murray) Ballou, Maturin Murray The Duke's Prize; a Story of Art and Heart in Florence This eBook was edited by Charles Aldarondo "The Duke's Prize; a Story of Art and Heart in Florence" by Maturin M. Ballou is a historical novel set in Italy, likely written during the late 19th century. The narrative introduces readers to a world rich in artistic aspiration, namely that of Carlton, a struggling American artist hoping to win the favor of the Grand Duke through his painting, while simultaneously professing his love for Florinda, a beautiful heiress ensconced within the aristocracy of Florence. At the start of the story, we are transported to beautiful Florence, where artists from various nations congregate, showcasing their talents and vying for recognition, particularly amidst the grandeur of the Grand Duke's court. Carlton, distinguished yet impoverished, is contrasted with Florinda, who has just returned from a convent and possesses immense wealth and noble birth. Their burgeoning romance faces challenges due to societal expectations and the ambitions of Florinda's ambitious uncle, whose schemes threaten their union. The early chapters present a picturesque setting dotted with themes of love, ambition, and the trials of aspiring artists, setting the stage for the conflict that will unfold as Carlton strives to prove himself worthy in a world governed by pride and wealth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. en Florence (Italy) -- Fiction PS Text Category: Historical Novels Category: Romance Category: Novels 324409 2025-09-02T13:23:00.428559 text/html 305434 2025-09-19T08:19:44 text/html 198132 2025-09-02T13:23:08.039515 application/epub+zip 201775 2025-09-02T13:23:03.793559 application/epub+zip 184808 2025-09-02T13:23:02.525545 application/epub+zip 425328 2025-09-02T13:23:11.171525 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 403941 2025-09-02T13:23:07.093502 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 348492 2022-09-03T05:06:00.038960 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 355630 2025-09-02T13:22:59.840608 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 335661 2025-09-19T08:16:04 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 18653 2025-09-02T13:23:11.307493 application/rdf+xml 20578 2025-09-02T13:23:03.041528 image/jpeg 4608 2025-09-02T13:23:02.780569 image/jpeg 109218 2020-12-28T11:41:02 application/octet-stream application/zip 135750 2020-12-28T11:41:02 application/octet-stream application/zip 194727 2025-09-02T13:23:00.454556 application/octet-stream application/zip en.wikipedia