The Chevalier's daughter; or, An exile for the truth
Author : Lucy Ellen Guernsey
Publisher :
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 10,40 MB
Release : 1880
Category :
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The Chevalier's Daughter
Author : Lucy Ellen Guernsey
Publisher :
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 46,34 MB
Release : 1880
Category : France
ISBN :
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The Alchemist's Daughter
Author : Katharine McMahon
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 11,48 MB
Release : 2009-03-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0297858068
Book Description
From the author of Richard and Judy Book Club choice, THE ROSE OF SEBASTOPOL 'A first-rate historical romance: it's hard to think it will be bettered this year' INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY When two strangers enters the manor of a brilliant alchemist and his talented young daughter, nothing will remain the same... Dark secrets haunt the manor house at Selden in Buckinghamshire, where Emilie Selden, motherless, fiercely intelligent and beautiful, has been raised in near isolation by her father. John Selden, student of Isaac Newton, is conducting a secret experiment. He aims to turn Emilie into a brilliant natural philosopher and alchemist and fills her with knowledge while recording every step she takes. In the spring of 1725, when Emilie is eighteen, father and daughter begin their most daring adventure - an attempt to breathe life into dead matter. But they are interrupted by the arrival of two strangers. During the course of a sultry August, Emilie is caught up in the passion of first love and, listening for the first time to her heart rather than her head, she makes her choice - with consequences that are far-reaching and tumultuous.
Shameful Innocence
Author : Theresa Chevalier
Publisher : Strategic Book Publishing
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 45,42 MB
Release : 2009-03-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1608600610
Book Description
A debut novel of passion, regret, unrequited love and a country caught up in the throes of World War I make up author Theresa Chevalier's absorbing Shameful Innocence. In 1914, Russia is suffering through the ravages of war. Sixteen-year-old Sarah is a beautiful free spirit born into a highly respected and very conservative Mennonite family. Sarah longs for another life, but born on a farm in a small village in Russia seems to be her plight. Everything changes when a Russian peasant family is employed by her father to work on their farm. Nicholas is the handsome young son, and from their first meeting, both knew they were destined to be together. They begin a passionate love affair, hiding their feelings from their families. Suddenly, Nicholas and his family are ordered to leave. Sarah's world collapses and she discovers that the repercussions from her love affair is certain to bring shame upon her family. Will she ever see Nicholas again? Where do her loyalties lie-with her family or with the love of her life?
The Conspirators & The Regent's Daughter (Illustrated)
Author : Alexandre Dumas
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 590 pages
File Size : 14,59 MB
Release : 2024-01-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Book Description
In Alexandre Dumas' captivating novel, The Conspirators & The Regent's Daughter (Illustrated), readers are transported to 16th-century France amidst political intrigue and royal scandals. The book's literary style is characterized by its intricate plot lines, rich character development, and historical accuracy, offering a deep dive into the tumultuous period of French history. Dumas' clever storytelling and descriptive language immerse readers in a world of betrayal, romance, and power struggles, making it a riveting read for history enthusiasts and fiction lovers alike. The novel expertly combines historical events with fictional narratives, providing a well-rounded and engaging reading experience. With its detailed illustrations that bring the story to life, this edition of The Conspirators & The Regent's Daughter is a must-have for fans of classic literature and historical fiction. Alexandre Dumas, known for his literary genius and extensive knowledge of French history, expertly crafts a narrative that seamlessly weaves together real historical figures and events with his own imaginative storytelling. His unique perspective and undeniable talent shine through in this enthralling novel, making it a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers generations after its initial publication. I wholeheartedly recommend The Conspirators & The Regent's Daughter to anyone seeking a gripping historical fiction read that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Letters of Madame de Sévigné to Her Daughter and Her Friends. An Enlarged Edition, Translated from the Paris Edition of 1806
Author : Marie de Rabutin-Chantal marquise de Sévigné
Publisher :
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 30,89 MB
Release : 1811
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The Regent's Daughter & The Conspirators (Historical Novels)
Author : Alexandre Dumas
Publisher : e-artnow
Page : 580 pages
File Size : 22,44 MB
Release : 2017-06-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8075835905
Book Description
The Conspirators depict the conspiracy by the certain party of the nobility against the regent of France Philippe d'Orléans. Raoul d'Harmental, young aristocrat who came to Paris in 1711, is an adventurer, rather touchy and impetuous. After the king's death, D'Harmental is involved in the conflict between the regent and the party of malcontents who wished to take him down. The duchess, whose husband was deprived of his rights by the regent, makes proposals in this direction. D'Harmental must remove the Duke of Orleans and take him to Spain. The Regent's Daughter is a sequel to The Conspirators. Philippe d'Orléans, regent of France, although having a hard time with his two daughters and a son, wants to take care of another young girl, his illegitimate and hidden daughter, Helene de Chaverny, raised in a convent as an orphan. Helene, who ignores his parentage, is in love with Chevalier Gaston de Chanley, a conspirator involved in a plot against the regent. Young lovers, eager to get married, head towards the Paris unaware of the dramatic tangle that is played around them. Alexandre Dumas, père (1802-1870) was a French writer whose works have been translated into nearly 100 languages and he is one of the most widely read French authors. His most famous works are The Count of Monte Cristo and The Three Musketeers.
Letters of Madame de Sévigné to Her Daughter and Her Friends
Author : Marie de Rabutin-Chantal marquise de Sévigné
Publisher :
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 40,14 MB
Release : 1811
Category : Authors, French
ISBN :
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Falling Angels
Author : Tracy Chevalier
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 20,5 MB
Release : 2002-09-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1101174897
Book Description
A New York Times bestseller From the author of the international bestseller Girl With A Pearl Earring and At the Edge of the Orchard, Tracy Chevalier once again paints a distant age with a rich and provocative palette of characters. Falling Angels follows the fortunes of two families in the emerging years of the twentieth century in England, while the Queen's death reverberates through a changing nation. Told through a variety of shifting perspectives—wives and husbands, friends and lovers, masters and their servants, and a gravedigger's son—Falling Angels is graced with the luminous imagery that distinguished Girl With a Pearl Earring, Falling Angels is another dazzling tour de force from this "master of voices" (The New York Times Book Review).
The Letters of Madame de Sévigné to Her Daughter the Countess de Grignan
Author : Marie de Rabutin-Chantal marquise de Sévigné
Publisher :
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 35,89 MB
Release : 1927
Category : Authors, French
ISBN :
