Picciola (1883)

by Xavier B. Saintine

Book Overview

Picciola is a novel written by French author X. B. Saintine and originally published in 1836. The story follows the life of a man named Count Charney, who is imprisoned in a fortress for political reasons. While in prison, he discovers a small plant growing in the courtyard and becomes fixated on it, giving it the name Picciola. He begins to study the plant and becomes an expert in botany, using his knowledge to improve the plant's growth and health...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165677563
• ISBN13: 9781165677566
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"