Bruge

In Niccolo Rising by Dorothy Dunnett, protagonist apprentice Claes (Niccolo-to-be) creates chaos by inadvertently causing a massive cannon to tumble into the canal, creating an international incident. He is brought before Anselm Adornes to explain himself. Dunnett's novels couple her fictitious creations with historical figures and events. In reality, Anselm Adornes was a leading figure … Continue reading Meeting a character in Bruges