The Prince Of India Or Why Constantinople Fell

From the author of Ben-Hur comes another rousing historical epic -- the tale of the fall of Constantinople, as seen through the eyes of the Wandering Jew!

That Lael was immured somewhere in the city, he doubted not; and he would find her, for what door could stand shut against knocking by a hand with money in it? But might it not be too late? The flower he could recover, but the fragrance and purity of bloom--what of them? How his breast enlarged and shrank under the electric touch of that idea! The devil who did the deed might escape him, for hell was vast and deep; yet the city remained, even the Byzantium ancient of days like himself, and he would hold it a hostage for the safe return of his Gul Bahar.

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.

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.

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