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This riveting tale blends history, adventure, and a deep dive into a man’s past, set against the backdrop of a mysterious island and a deserted ship. Join Roberto on his unforgettable journey. ‘Roberto della Griva’, the Italian nobleman from 1643, in a quest to unravel the mystery of longitude across the South Pacific. After a fierce storm, Roberto’s journey takes a dramatic turn as he finds himself shipwrecked on an enigmatic, crewless ship, the Daphne. Explore the ship’s secrets and provisions, while Roberto reminisces about key moments of his life – from confrontations with his imaginary brother Ferrante to the traumatic siege of Casale during the Thirty Years’ War, and lessons in fencing, blasphemy, and the art of love letters.

 

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