Cirillo (1903)

By Effie Douglass Putnam

Book Overview

Cirillo (1903) is a historical fiction novel written by Effie Douglass Putnam. The book is set in Italy during the 16th century and tells the story of Cirillo, a young boy who is orphaned at a young age and is forced to navigate the harsh realities of life on the streets. Cirillo is taken in by a group of thieves and grows up learning their trade. However, when he falls in love with a noblewoman named Rosalind, he is forced to choose between his loyalty to his criminal family and his desire for a better life. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, as well as the struggles of those living in poverty during this time period. Putnam's vivid descriptions of life in Italy during the 16th century bring the story to life, and readers will be transported to a different time and place through her writing. Overall, Cirillo (1903) is a captivating read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and those interested in the complexities of human relationships.This Book Is In English.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1168083133
• ISBN13: 9781168083135
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"