The Marble City (1905)

The Marble City is a novel written by George Brown Burgin and published in 1905. The story is set in the city of Carrara, Italy, which is known for its marble quarries. The protagonist is a young British sculptor named Basil Howe, who travels to Carrara to work on a commission for a wealthy American client.Basil is immediately struck by the beauty of the city and the marble that surrounds him. However, he soon realizes that the city is not as idyllic as it seems. The workers in the quarries are exploited and mistreated by their employers, and there is a growing sense of unrest and rebellion among them.As Basil becomes more involved in the community, he becomes embroiled in the conflict between the workers and their bosses. He falls in love with a local woman named Bianca, who is also involved in the struggle for workers' rights. Together, they work to bring about change in the city and improve the lives of the workers.The Marble City is a powerful novel that explores themes of social justice, love, and the beauty of art. Burgin's vivid descriptions of the city and its marble quarries transport the reader to a different time and place, while his characters are complex and relatable. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or social justice literature.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.