Gabrielle: A Tale Of The Swiss Mountains (1829)

By Cyrus Redding

Book Overview

Gabrielle: A Tale Of The Swiss Mountains is a novel written by Cyrus Redding and first published in 1829. The story follows the life of Gabrielle, a young Swiss girl who lives in a small village in the mountains. Gabrielle is known for her beauty, kindness, and intelligence, and she quickly becomes a beloved member of her community. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a young man who is not from her village. Their love is forbidden by the strict traditions of their society, and Gabrielle must decide whether to follow her heart or conform to the expectations of her family and community. The novel explores themes of love, tradition, and the struggle between personal desires and societal norms. It also provides a vivid portrayal of life in rural Switzerland during the 19th century, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, customs, and traditions of the region. Overall, Gabrielle: A Tale Of The Swiss Mountains is a timeless tale of love and self-discovery that continues to captivate readers today.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: 1165417413
• ISBN13: 9781165417414
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"