The Duke's Prize A Story of Art and Heart in Florence
By:Maturin Murray Ballou Published By:Double9 Books
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The Duke's Prize A Story of Art and Heart in Florence
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"The Duke's Prize: A Story of Art and Heart in Florence" by way of Maturin Murray Ballou transports readers to the spell binding city of Florence, in which the geographical regions of artwork and emotion intertwine to weave a captivating narrative. Set in opposition to the backdrop of the Italian Renaissance, the story follows the lifestyles of the protagonist, whose adventure is intertwined with the vibrant cultural and artistic tapestry of Florence. The Duke's Prize isn't simply a tale of romance; it's far a story that delves into the profound impact of art on the human soul and the complexities of affection in a metropolis famend for its artistic brilliance. As the protagonist navigates the corridors of ardour and the studios of grasp artists, readers are treated to a wealthy exploration of the creative milieu that defined Florence all through this wonderful period. Maturin Murray Ballou's evocative storytelling captures the essence of the Renaissance, where love and artwork converge to create a story that is both visually bright and emotionally resonant.
Maturin Murray Ballou was a writer and publisher in nineteenth-century Boston, Massachusetts. He co-founded Gleason's Pictorial, served as the first editor of the Boston Daily Globe, and wrote a number of travel books and works of fiction. Ballou was born in Boston in 1820 to Hosea Ballou and Ruth Washburn. He attended The English High School and, although passing the Harvard College entrance exam, he did not enroll. On September 15, 1839, he married Mary Anne Roberts, and their offspring included Murray Roberts Ballou. Beginning in 1838, Ballou wrote for the Olive Branch, a weekly newspaper published in Boston. In 1851, Ballou and Frederick Gleason founded Gleason's Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion, a weekly newspaper. It was inspired by the Illustrated London News. The first issue, published on May 3, 1851, stated: "The purpose of this paper is to give, in the most elegant and accessible style, a weekly literary melange of noteworthy events of the day. Its columns feature unique stories, sketches, and poetry by the best American authors, as well as the best of domestic and foreign news, all seasoned with wit and humor." In November 1854, Ballou bought out Gleason and renamed the periodical Ballou's Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion.
