Count Cagliostro

Count Cagliostro is a historical novel written by Ralph Shirley. The book is based on the life of the infamous Italian adventurer and mystic, Count Alessandro di Cagliostro. The novel takes place in the 18th century and follows the life of Cagliostro as he travels throughout Europe, performing miraculous healings and engaging in various political intrigues.The book provides a detailed account of Cagliostro's life, from his humble beginnings as a poor boy in Sicily to his rise as a prominent figure in European society. The novel explores Cagliostro's involvement in various secret societies, including the Freemasons and the Illuminati, and his eventual downfall at the hands of the Inquisition.Shirley's writing style is engaging and immersive, transporting the reader back in time to the world of 18th-century Europe. The book is meticulously researched, with detailed descriptions of the various historical figures and events that shaped Cagliostro's life.Overall, Count Cagliostro is a fascinating and well-written historical novel that offers a unique insight into the life of one of history's most enigmatic figures.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: New God and Other Essays, by Ralph Shirley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766138704.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.