The Marble City is a novel written by George Brown Burgin and published in 1905. The story is set in the city of Carrara, Italy, which is known for its marble quarries. The protagonist is a young British sculptor named Basil Howe, who travels to Carrara to work on a commission for a wealthy American client.Basil is immediately struck by the beauty of the city and the marble that surrounds him. However, he soon realizes that the city is not as idyllic...
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