The Lion of St Mark
G. A. Henty, Jim Weiss
Audio CD
(GREATHALL PRODUCTIONS, Nov. 14, 2011)
Jim Weiss' retelling of the G. A. Henty thrilling story of Francis Hammond, son of an English merchant working in Venice. Francis must overcome threats to the lives and freedom of his Ventian friends and himself, and keep his wits and sword arm strong during sea battles against pirates and opposing navy fleets. With the balance of European power and vast riches at stake, this is a story of adventure and intrique, dastardly villians and profound tests of loyalty , honor, courage and intelligence. Set in The canals of Venice and the surrounding Mediterranean Sea in 1380 AD