Lutezia (1879)

Lutezia is a novel written by Anton Giulio Barrili and published in 1879. The book is set in Paris during the 19th century and follows the story of a young Italian artist named Marco Fiore. Marco travels to Paris to pursue his passion for painting and becomes involved in a complex love triangle with two women, the beautiful and mysterious Lutezia and the kind-hearted but plain Marie. As Marco becomes increasingly entangled in the lives of these two women, he must navigate the social and political landscape of Paris, which is rife with corruption and intrigue. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a famous actress, a wealthy art patron, and a group of radical political activists. The novel explores themes of love, jealousy, ambition, and betrayal, as well as the clash between traditional values and modernity. It also offers a vivid portrait of Paris during a time of great social and cultural change. Overall, Lutezia is a gripping and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century Paris and the lives of its inhabitants.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.