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THE PRINCE OF INDIA (Historical Novel)

Author : Lew Wallace

Publisher : e-artnow

Page : 762 pages

File Size : 36,18 MB

Release : 2017-04-20

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 8075830016

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The Prince of India or Why Constantinople Fell follows the adventures of the Wandering Prince who takes his role in the creating of history, by stepping into the service of Turkish Sultan and gets involved in Turkish conquest of Constantinople in 1453, and the Fall of the Byzantine Empire. Lew Wallace (1827-1905) was an American lawyer, Union general in the American Civil War, politician, diplomat and author, best known for his historical adventure story, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, a bestselling novel that has been called "the most influential Christian book of the nineteenth century." He wrote several historical novels and biographies of American generals.



THE PRINCE OF INDIA – The Story of the Fall of Constantinople (Historical Novel)

Author : Lew Wallace

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 772 pages

File Size : 22,94 MB

Release : 2024-01-14

Category : History

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Lew Wallace's historical novel 'The Prince of India - The Story of the Fall of Constantinople' is a captivating tale set in the waning days of the Byzantine Empire and the eventual conquest of the city by the Ottoman Turks. With vivid descriptions and meticulous attention to historical detail, Wallace brings to life the political intrigues, romance, and epic battles that marked this pivotal moment in history. The novel is written in a rich literary style that transports the reader back to the ancient world, immersing them in the grandeur and turmoil of the time. Wallace's narrative skillfully weaves together the personal stories of the characters with the larger historical events, providing a nuanced perspective on the fall of Constantinople. The book is a valuable contribution to historical fiction, offering both entertainment and educational insight into a significant period of history.





The Prince of India (Volume 1)

Author : Lew Wallace

Publisher :

Page : 326 pages

File Size : 49,87 MB

Release : 2020-03-28

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Volume one of Wallace's, The Prince of India; recounting the events leading to the fall of Constantinople to the Turks in 1453. The legendary wandering jew, in the guise of a Prince of India aids in bringing about the downfall of the city and its empire by aiding and advising the Turkish Sultan Mehmed II. A glowing romance of the Byzantine Empire, presenting with extraordinary power the siege of Constantinople, and lighting its tragedy with the warm under-glow of an Oriental romance.Lewis "Lew" Wallace was an American lawyer, Union general in the American Civil War, territorial governor and statesman, politician, and author. Wallace served as governor of the New Mexico Territory at the time of the Lincoln County War and worked to bring an end to the fighting. Of his novels and biographies, he is best known for his historical novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ (1880), a bestselling book since its publication, and called "the most influential Christian book of the nineteenth century." It has been adapted four times for films.



The Prince of India, Volume II

Author : Lewis Wallace

Publisher : Fredonia Books (NL)

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 40,31 MB

Release : 2001

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9781589630222

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Although he would have much preferred to be remembered as a highly successful military hero, Lew Wallace (1827-1905) has been thwarted in this ambition and is best known as an author.



The Prince of India (Volume 2)

Author : Lew Wallace

Publisher :

Page : 372 pages

File Size : 44,4 MB

Release : 2020-03-28

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ISBN :

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The final volume of Wallace's, The Prince of India. The protagonist of this novel is "The Wandering Shoemaker" a figure from medieval Christian folklore whose legend began to spread in Europe in the 13th century. The original legend concerns a Jew who taunted Jesus on the way to the Crucifixion and was then cursed to walk the earth until the Second Coming. Wallace' novel follows the adventures of this man through the ages, as he takes part in the shaping of history.Lewis "Lew" Wallace was an American lawyer, Union general in the American Civil War, territorial governor and statesman, politician, and author. Wallace served as governor of the New Mexico Territory at the time of the Lincoln County War and worked to bring an end to the fighting. Of his novels and biographies, he is best known for his historical novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ (1880), a bestselling book since its publication, and called "the most influential Christian book of the nineteenth century." It has been adapted four times for films.



The Prince of India, Or, Why Constantinople Fell; Volume 2

Author : Lew Wallace

Publisher : Legare Street Press

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 40,63 MB

Release : 2023-07-18

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ISBN : 9781022198913

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A historical novel that explores the causes of the fall of Constantinople through the story of an Indian prince who finds himself at the center of the conflict between the Ottoman Empire and Byzantine Empire. With vivid descriptions of the battles and political intrigue, this book is an epic tale of love, war, and betrayal. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.



The Prince of India (Volume 2)

Author : Lew Wallace

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Page : 372 pages

File Size : 16,6 MB

Release : 2020-03-28

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ISBN :

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The final volume of Wallace's, The Prince of India. The protagonist of this novel is "The Wandering Shoemaker" a figure from medieval Christian folklore whose legend began to spread in Europe in the 13th century. The original legend concerns a Jew who taunted Jesus on the way to the Crucifixion and was then cursed to walk the earth until the Second Coming. Wallace' novel follows the adventures of this man through the ages, as he takes part in the shaping of history.Lewis "Lew" Wallace was an American lawyer, Union general in the American Civil War, territorial governor and statesman, politician, and author. Wallace served as governor of the New Mexico Territory at the time of the Lincoln County War and worked to bring an end to the fighting. Of his novels and biographies, he is best known for his historical novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ (1880), a bestselling book since its publication, and called "the most influential Christian book of the nineteenth century." It has been adapted four times for films.



The Prince of India (Volume 1)

Author : Lew Wallace

Publisher :

Page : 326 pages

File Size : 22,6 MB

Release : 2020-03-28

Category :

ISBN :

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Book Description

Volume one of Wallace's, The Prince of India; recounting the events leading to the fall of Constantinople to the Turks in 1453. The legendary wandering jew, in the guise of a Prince of India aids in bringing about the downfall of the city and its empire by aiding and advising the Turkish Sultan Mehmed II. A glowing romance of the Byzantine Empire, presenting with extraordinary power the siege of Constantinople, and lighting its tragedy with the warm under-glow of an Oriental romance.Lewis "Lew" Wallace was an American lawyer, Union general in the American Civil War, territorial governor and statesman, politician, and author. Wallace served as governor of the New Mexico Territory at the time of the Lincoln County War and worked to bring an end to the fighting. Of his novels and biographies, he is best known for his historical novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ (1880), a bestselling book since its publication, and called "the most influential Christian book of the nineteenth century." It has been adapted four times for films.



The Prince of India - Volume II

Author : Lew Wallace

Publisher : CreateSpace

Page : 340 pages

File Size : 24,75 MB

Release : 2015-01-16

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9781507606797

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The Prince of India - Volume II, by Lew Wallace. Lew Wallace was american lawyer, Union general in the American Civil War, territorial governor and statesman, politician, and author (1827-1905).