MIONI Teodorο, "La Turca fedele nella presa di Coron, a suoi accidenti amorosi...", Lucca, per i Marescandoli, n.d. c. 1700. 16mo, pp. 239. Complete. Inspired by the events of the Morean War (1684–1699), between the Republic of Venice and the Ottoman Empire, Teodore Mioni publishes his historical novel "La Turca fedele..." that will meet an extraordinary success, being a best-seller at that time. The story takes place during the Venetian recapture of Coron, with the protagonist a Turkish Amazon woman named "Archilda", becoming a Christian following her love. This is a rare piece of 17th century historical novels inspired by the conflict between the Christian & Muslim worlds. Not in Blackmer or Atabey. Very Rare.