The City Of Masks

By George Barr McCutcheon

Book Overview

The City of Masks is a novel written by George Barr McCutcheon. The story is set in Venice, Italy and follows the adventures of a young American named Nicholas Sabine. Nicholas is an artist who travels to Venice to study the city's art and architecture. While there, he meets a beautiful young woman named Donna Tullia who introduces him to the city's mysterious and enchanting culture.As Nicholas becomes more and more involved with Donna and her family, he begins to discover the secrets of the city. He learns about the ancient tradition of the Venetian masks and the role they play in the city's history. He also discovers that there are dark forces at work in Venice, and that Donna's family is involved in a dangerous plot that could threaten the city's very existence.As Nicholas delves deeper into the mysteries of Venice, he must navigate a treacherous web of deception and intrigue to uncover the truth. Along the way, he must confront his own fears and insecurities, and discover the true meaning of love and loyalty.The City of Masks is a thrilling adventure story that takes readers on a journey through the rich history and culture of Venice. McCutcheon's vivid descriptions of the city's landmarks and customs bring the story to life, and his characters are complex and engaging. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery, a great romance, or a fascinating glimpse into a unique and fascinating culture.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: 1432632051
• ISBN13: 9781432632052
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"