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The Signors of the Night is a historical fiction novel written by Max Pemberton and originally published in 1899. The book tells the story of Fra Giovanni, a soldier monk from Venice, and other characters who live in the city of Venice during the Middle Ages. Fra Giovanni is a former soldier who becomes a monk after experiencing a religious epiphany. He is assigned to a monastery in Venice, where he becomes involved in the political and social intrigues of the city. He becomes friends with the Doge, the ruler of Venice, and helps him to navigate the complex world of Venetian politics. The novel also introduces the reader to other characters who live in Venice, including a young woman named Bianca who is forced into a loveless marriage, a group of Jewish merchants who are persecuted by the Christian authorities, and a group of thieves who operate in the city's dark alleys. Through the characters and their experiences, the novel explores themes of religious faith, political power, and social injustice. The author's vivid descriptions of the city of Venice and its inhabitants transport the reader to a bygone era and provide a rich backdrop for the story. Overall, The Signors of the Night is a compelling and engaging historical novel that offers a unique glimpse into the world of medieval Venice.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.
