1634: The Galileo Affair

Eric Flint and Andrew Dennis

Brief Synopsis:

The third chronologically in the 1632 series, former 20th century Grandville, WV continues its existance in 17th century Germany in this alternate history.

Long Synopsis:

EUROPEAN CUNNING MEETS AMERICAN COURAGE The Thirty Years War continues to ravage 1 7th century Europe, but a new force is gathering power and influence: the United States of Europe, forged by an alliance between Gustavus Adolphus, King of Sweden, and the West Virginians from the 20th century led by Mike Stearns who were hurled centuries into the past by a mysterious cosmic accident. The democratic ideals of the USE have aroused the implacable hostility of Cardinal Richelieu, effective ruler of France, who has moved behind the scenes, making common cause with old enemies to stop this new threat to the privileged and powerful. But the USE is also working behind the scenes. A group of West Virginians have secretly traveled to Venice where their advanced medical knowledge may prevent the recurrence of the terrible plague which recently killed a third of the city-state's population. At the same time, the group hopes to establish commercial ties with Turkey's Ottoman Empire, then at the height of its power. And, most important, they hope to establish private diplomatic ties with the Vatican, exploiting Pope Urban VIU's misgivings about the actions of Richelieu and the Hapsburgs.

Book Quality:

Excellent

Book Size:

543 Pages

ISBN-13:

9780743488150

Publisher:

N/A

Date of Addition:

07/20/07

Copyright Date:

2004

Copyrighted By:

Eric Flint, Andrew Dennis

Adult content:

No

Language:

English US

Categories:

History, Military, Science Fiction and Fantasy

Submitted By:

Noel Romey

Proofread By:

Paul Boucher