The Black Tulip

Name: The Black Tulip
Brand: Penguin Books Ltd
SKU: 9780140448924
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By Alexandre Dumas

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The Black Tulip by Alexandre Dumas follows the quest of Cornelius van Baerle, a devoted horticulturist, to cultivate a rare black tulip amidst political turmoil and personal betrayal in 17th-century Holland. With a cash prize at stake for the first black tulip, the story intricately weaves themes of ambition, love, and rivalry, while offering a vivid glimpse into Dutch history. This novel captures both the beauty of botanical pursuit and the complexity of human motivations.
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If you enjoy historical fiction imbued with intrigue and adventure, you may find this book captivating. Set against the backdrop of the Tulip Mania in 17th-century Netherlands, it weaves a tale of romance, rivalry, and the pursuit of a rare black tulip. Dumas' masterful storytelling offers a blend of historical detail and rich character development that may appeal to fans of thrilling narratives.

The Black Tulip

Set at the height of the "tulipomania" that gripped Holland in the 17th century, this is the story of Cornelius van Baerle, a humble grower whose sole desire is to grow the perfect specimen of the tulip negra.

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Set at the height of the tulipomania that gripped Holland in the 17th century, this is the story of Cornelius van Baerle, a humble grower whose sole desire is to grow the perfect specimen of the tulip negra.

When his godfather is murdered, Cornelius finds himself caught up in the deadly politics of the time, imprisoned and facing a death sentence. His jailor's daughter, Rosa, holds both the key to his survival and his chance to produce the ultimate tulip.

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The Black Tulip by Alexandre Dumas weaves a captivating tale set in 17th century Holland, blending historical accuracy with the passion of horticulture and rivalries. Readers often praise Dumas for the engaging plot and vivid portrayal of events surrounding the famed tulip mania, emphasising the novel's romantic and adventurous elements that keep them turning pages. The story's intrigue and drama are highlighted as quintessential Dumas, making it a cherished piece among fans of his work.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140448924

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 April 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Translated by Robin Buss

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 215g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Alexandre Dumas (1824-95) was a pioneer of the Romantic theatre in France, for which he wrote a series of colourful historical dramas, although it is as a novelist that he is best known today. His works include The Three Musketeers (1844-5), La Reine Margot (1845) and The Count of Monte Cristo (1844-5). Robin Buss is a journalist and translator. For Penguin, his translations include works by Sartre, Zola and, most recently, The Plague by Camus.