Publisher's Synopsis
""The Orphan of Novogorod: An Illyrian Tale"" is a novel written in 1841 by an ex-officer of the British Commissariat. The story is set in Novogorod, a fictional town in the Balkan region, and follows the life of a young orphan named Ivan. After the death of his parents, Ivan is taken in by a wealthy merchant who raises him as his own son. However, when the merchant dies, Ivan is left alone and must fend for himself in a world full of danger and uncertainty.As Ivan grows older, he becomes embroiled in a web of political intrigue and personal vendettas. He falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Maria, but their relationship is threatened by the machinations of a powerful rival who seeks to destroy Ivan and take Maria for himself. Along the way, Ivan must navigate a treacherous landscape of corrupt officials, violent rebels, and ruthless mercenaries, all while trying to uncover the truth about his own past and the fate of his family.""The Orphan of Novogorod"" is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of a turbulent and fascinating period in Balkan history. With vivid descriptions of the landscape and culture of the region, as well as a cast of memorable characters, this novel is sure to captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds.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.
