Black Tulip
The Black Tulip is a historical novel set during the Dutch Tulip Mania of the 17th century. When Cornelius van Baerle nears success in breeding a perfect black tulip, jealousy and political intrigue lead to his wrongful imprisonment.
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Black Tulip - Alexandre Dumas (opens the original)
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The Black Tulip by Alexandre Dumas père is a captivating historical novel set against the backdrop of Tulipmania in the Netherlands, a time when the pursuit of beauty and wealth led to societal upheaval. The story unfolds with the politically charged lynching of the de Witt brothers and follows Cornelius van Baerle, who is determined to cultivate a truly black tulip to win a substantial prize and gain recognition. As he nears his goal, he faces imprisonment, only to be rescued by Rosa, the jaile
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