Historical novel by Jean Contrucci, *The City of Storms*, HC editions

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Description

This book presented here is a novel titled La Ville des Tempêtes by Jean Contrucci, published by HC éditions. The cover features a historical illustration: several soldiers in armor, in an atmosphere of urban battle, against a backdrop of fortifications and stormy skies. The graphic style evokes a medieval or Renaissance scene, with helmeted characters wearing metal breastplates and engaged in intense combat on dark cobblestones. The visual atmosphere is marked by dark tones, plays of shadow and light, and a predominance of grey, brown, and silver, accentuating the dramatic character of the scene.

The novel's title, "La Ville des Tempêtes", is highlighted in white capital letters in the center of the cover. The author's name, Jean Contrucci, appears in bright red at the top of the book, while the mention "ROMAN" is clearly visible below the main title. At the bottom of the cover, the publisher's logo "HC éditions" is printed in white.

The visible side shows a book with a smooth-looking soft or hardback cover, with no visible gilding or particular glossy effects. No spine or internal pages are visible in this image; only the front cover is presented.

This historical novel seems to appeal to an audience fond of adventure stories and epic sagas, with a visual staging that recalls conflicts in the great fortified cities of Europe.

The highly detailed cover illustration emphasizes action and dramatic tension, with characters in the thick of battle, enhancing immersion in the book's universe.

Condition

The copy shown has a clean cover, with no visible signs of wear, creasing, or stains on the front. Used item, sold as is.

Did you know? Jean Contrucci is a French writer known for his historical and detective novels, often inspired by the history of Marseille and the south of France. HC éditions publishes many contemporary and historical works, with particular attention to the visual quality of their covers.

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