The Godson Of A Marquis (1878)

By André Theuriet

Book Overview

The Godson Of A Marquis is a novel written by Andre Theuriet and published in 1878. The story is set in France and revolves around the life of a young man named Georges de Lusignan. Georges is the godson of a marquis and has been brought up in the lap of luxury. However, his life takes a turn when he falls in love with a woman who is not of his social standing. This leads to a series of events that force Georges to question his values and the society he lives in.The novel explores themes of love, class, and social norms. It also sheds light on the complexities of the French aristocracy in the late 19th century. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging, making it a compelling read for those interested in historical fiction.Overall, The Godson Of A Marquis is a thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of the French aristocracy during a time of great change.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: 110425591X
• ISBN13: 9781104255916
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"