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The Capsina

Discover the captivating world of ""The Capsina,"" an extraordinary historical novel by Frederic Benson that transports readers to the heart of Greece during the tumultuous War of Independence (1821-1829). This long-lost gem, now republished by Alpha Editions, is not just a book;... Read Full Overview

Edward Frederic Benson (24 July 1867 - 29 February 1940) was an English novelist, biographer, memoirist, archaeologist and short story writer. Benson's first book published was Sketches From Marlborough. He started his novel writing career with the (then) fashionably controversial... Read Full Overview

The Capsina is a historical novel written by Edward Frederic Benson and originally published in 1899. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the life of a young woman named Capsina, who is born into a wealthy Greek family. Despite the expectations of her family... Read Full Overview

"The Capsina" from Edward Frederic Benson. English novelist, biographer, memoirist, archaeologist and short story writer (1867 - 1940).

An historical novel set on the Greek island of Hydra at the time of the Greek Revolution which commenced in 1821. First published in 1899.

The Capsina: A Historical Novel is a book written by Edward Frederic Benson, published in 1899. The novel is set in the 18th century and follows the story of a young woman named Capsina, who is forced to leave her home in Greece and travel to England to marry a wealthy nobleman... Read Full Overview

The Capsina: A Historical Novel is a literary work written by Edward Frederic Benson and published in 1899. The novel is set in the 18th century and follows the story of a young Greek woman named Capsina who is forced into marriage with a wealthy and powerful Ottoman Turk. As... Read Full Overview

Reproduction of the original: The Capsina by E.F Benson

Reproduction of the original: The Capsina by E.F Benson