The Carlovingian Coins Or The Daughters Of Charlemagne: A Tale Of The Ninth Century (1908)

By Eugène Sue

Book Overview

The Carlovingian Coins or The Daughters of Charlemagne is a historical fiction novel written by Eugene Sue and published in 1908. The story is set in the ninth century and revolves around the daughters of Charlemagne, the king of the Franks. The novel follows the lives of these powerful women and their struggles to maintain their position in a male-dominated society.The main protagonist is Giselle, the eldest daughter of Charlemagne. She is a strong and independent woman who is determined to assert her authority and protect her family's legacy. However, her father's death throws the kingdom into chaos, and Giselle must navigate the treacherous political landscape to ensure her family's survival.The novel also explores the lives of Giselle's sisters, including the beautiful and ambitious Judith, who is willing to do whatever it takes to gain power and influence. The sisters' relationships with each other are complex and fraught with tension, as they all compete for their father's favor and the right to rule.The Carlovingian Coins is a gripping tale of power, politics, and family drama set against the backdrop of medieval Europe. Sue's vivid descriptions and attention to historical detail bring the world of Charlemagne to life, and the novel is a must-read for anyone interested in this fascinating period of history.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: 1166962318
• ISBN13: 9781166962319
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"