He And Hecuba: A Novel (1905)

By Bettina von Hutten

Book Overview

He and Hecuba is a novel written by Baroness Von Hutten and first published in 1905. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Hecuba, who is the daughter of a wealthy and powerful family in ancient Greece. Hecuba falls in love with a man named He, who is a slave in her father's household. Despite the societal norms and expectations, Hecuba and He embark on a forbidden romance that threatens to tear them apart.As the story progresses, Hecuba and He face a series of challenges, including disapproving family members, jealous suitors, and societal pressures. Their love is put to the test as they navigate these obstacles and try to find a way to be together.The novel is a tale of love, passion, and rebellion against the rigid social norms of ancient Greece. It explores themes of class, gender, and power dynamics in a society that values tradition and conformity above all else. The characters are complex and multi-dimensional, with their own motivations and desires that drive the plot forward.Overall, He and Hecuba is a gripping and emotional novel that delves into the complexities of love and societal expectations. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with 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: 1163905305
• ISBN13: 9781163905302
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"