De Cressy: A Tale (1857)

By Bernhard Tauchnitz Publisher

Book Overview

De Cressy: A Tale is a novel written by Bernhard Tauchnitz Publisher in 1857. The story revolves around the life of a young man named De Cressy, who is the last heir of a wealthy family. The novel is set in the 18th century and takes place in England and France. The story begins with De Cressy's arrival in Paris, where he is introduced to the French culture and society. He falls in love with a beautiful French woman named Mademoiselle de la Vire, but their relationship is complicated by the differences in their social status. De Cressy's life takes an unexpected turn when he is accused of a crime he did not commit, and he must fight to clear his name and regain his honor. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, social class, and justice. It is written in a style that reflects the romanticism of the time, with vivid descriptions of the settings and characters. De Cressy: A Tale is a classic novel that provides a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of 18th-century Europe.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1160853797
• ISBN13: 9781160853798
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"