The Strand Magazine, Vol. 07, Issue 41, May, 1894 An Illustrated Monthly

"The Strand Magazine, Vol. 07, Issue 41, May, 1894" by Various is a compilation of stories and articles from the Victorian era, highlighting the tale of Antonio, a young Venetian gondolier longing for a better life. Struggling with poverty, Antonio hopes to find a wealthy English patron who can change his fate and help him achieve his dream of owning his own gondola. When he discovers the arrival of the Mildmays, a rich English couple seeking a gondolier, Antonio seizes the opportunity, charming them with his appearance and eagerness, his ambitions soon evolve as the narrative explores themes of morality, social class, and the rich tapestry of life in Venice during the late 1800s.