Publisher's Synopsis
""A Daughter of Venice"" is a historical fiction novel written by John Seymour Wood. The story is set in 16th century Venice and follows the life of a young girl named Donatella who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Donatella's life is turned upside down when her father is accused of a crime he did not commit and is forced to flee the city. Left alone and penniless, Donatella must navigate the treacherous waters of Venetian society to clear her father's name and restore her family's honor. Along the way, she meets a cast of colorful characters, including a handsome artist and a cunning nobleman, who both vie for her affection. As Donatella struggles to uncover the truth behind her father's accusation, she must also confront her own desires and ambitions in a world where women are expected to be obedient and subservient. ""A Daughter of Venice"" is a captivating tale of love, betrayal, and intrigue set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating cities in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
