Hugo Gurgeny: Prisoner Of The Lisbon Inquisition (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164483731)

Hugo Gurgeny: Prisoner Of The Lisbon Inquisition is a historical fiction novel written by Mary Brearley. The story is set in Lisbon, Portugal during the 16th century, where the Inquisition is at its peak. The protagonist, Hugo Gurgeny, is a young Frenchman who is falsely accused of heresy and imprisoned by the Inquisition. The novel follows his journey as he tries to prove his innocence and escape from the clutches of the cruel Inquisitors.Throughout the book, the reader is taken on a thrilling journey through the streets of Lisbon, where the Inquisition's presence looms large. Hugo's plight is made more difficult by the fact that he is a foreigner, and he is constantly subjected to suspicion and mistrust. However, he finds allies in unexpected places, and with their help, he begins to unravel the conspiracy that led to his arrest.Brearley's novel is a gripping tale of intrigue, betrayal, and redemption. It is a vivid portrayal of life in 16th century Portugal, where religion and politics were intertwined, and the Inquisition was a powerful force that could make or break a person's life. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating insight into the workings of the Inquisition, as well as the social and cultural norms of the time.Overall, Hugo Gurgeny: Prisoner Of The Lisbon Inquisition is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, as well as anyone interested in the history of Portugal and the Inquisition. It is a compelling story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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.

Author: Mary Brearley
ISBN-10: 1164483730
ISBN-13: 9781164483731
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 184
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d