The Black Cross by Olive M. Briggs
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"The Black Cross" by Olive M. Briggs is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book is set in St. Petersburg during a politically charged atmosphere where social injustices are rampant. It follows the story of Velasco, a talented violinist on the cusp of fame, as he navigates the intertwining worlds of art, revolution, and personal dilemmas. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of a snowy
night in St. Petersburg, where the Mariínski Theatre is filled with anticipation for the performance of the celebrated violinist Velasco. The scene is filled with wealthy spectators murmuring about the artist, while the narrative hints at a looming conflict involving political unrest and an impending danger. A chance encounter occurs between Velasco and a vexed older man after a sleigh accident, leading to a tense moment that foreshadows deeper engagements with themes of anarchism and rebellion. As the crowd becomes enthralled by his performance, Velasco receives a mysterious note from Kaya, which introduces a personal crisis and intertwines his fate with the tumultuous backdrop of revolutionary activities happening in the city. This opening presents both the charm of Velasco's artistic world and the grim realities of the society around him, setting the stage for conflict and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Briggs, Olive M. (Olive Mary), 1873- |
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| Illustrator | Ivanowski, Sigismond de, 1875-1944 |
| Title | The Black Cross |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 92.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Musicians -- Fiction |
| Subject | Secret societies -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21259 |
| Release Date | Apr 30, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 456 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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