“Ascanio” Dumas

“Ascanio” Dumas

One of the finest Alexandre Dumas Books – this is the first volume of the 1843 historical novel, “Ascanio”.

• One of the finest Alexandre Dumas Books – this is the first volume of the 1843 historical novel, “Ascanio”.
• It is the fictionalised story of Benvenuto Cellini’s time spent in France with his apprentice Ascanio; a passionate but troubled man, tormented by life under the tyranny of an unrighteous court. Cellini and Ascanio are both madly in love with Colombe, daughter of the Provost of Paris. This arouses a plethora of jealousies, love triangles and finally, weddings. Full of thrilling plot twists and villainous intrigue, this novel constitutes a must-read for fans of Alexandre Dumas books, and would make for a worthy addition to any collection.