Madame Lucas

By: Wells, Eleanor P. Bell

Book Overview

Madame Lucas (1882) is a novel written by Eleanor P. Bell Wells. The story is set in the 19th century and revolves around the life of a woman named Madame Lucas. She is a wealthy widow who lives in grandeur in New Orleans. Madame Lucas is a strong-willed and independent woman who is respected by many in the city.The novel explores the themes of love, loss, and betrayal. Madame Lucas falls in love with a man named Victor, who is also in love with her. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Victor is already engaged to another woman. Madame Lucas must navigate the challenges of her love for Victor and her desire to maintain her reputation in society.As the story progresses, Madame Lucas faces several challenges, including the loss of her fortune and the betrayal of those close to her. Despite these setbacks, she remains resilient and determined to maintain her independence.Throughout the novel, Wells provides a vivid portrayal of life in New Orleans during the 19th century. She explores the social norms and expectations of the time, as well as the complex relationships between men and women.Overall, Madame Lucas is a compelling novel that offers a glimpse into the life of a strong and independent woman in the 19th century. It is a story of love, loss, and resilience that will captivate readers from beginning to end.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: 1166317943
• ISBN13: 9781166317942
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"