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Reproduction of the original: The Indiscretion of the Duchess by Anthony Hope

Reproduction of the original: The Indiscretion of the Duchess by Anthony Hope

Excerpt from The Indiscretion of the Duchess, Being a Story Concerning Two Ladies: A Nobleman, and a Necklace

Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins, better known as Anthony Hope, (1863-1933) was a British novelist and playwright best remembered today for his short novel The Prisoner of Zenda (1894), a prequel The Heart of Princess Osra (a collection of short stories) (1896), and a sequel Rupert of... Read Full Overview

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In accordance with many most excellent precedents, I might begin by claiming the sympathy due to an orphan alone in the world. I might even summon my unguided childhood and the absence of parental training to excuse my faults and extenuate my indiscretions. But the sympathy which... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

The Indiscretion of the Duchess is one of the greatest works by Anthony Hope.Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins, better known as Anthony Hope (9 February 1863 - 8 July 1933), was an English novelist and playwright. He was a prolific writer, especially of adventure novels.

The Indiscretion of the Duchess, a classic since it was first published. Has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

"The Indiscretion of the Duchess" by Anthony Hope is a captivating novel in British literature, set against the backdrop of the Victorian era. This fictional work delves into the lives of the aristocracy, weaving a tale of romance, scandal, and intrigue. Anthony Hope's skillful... Read Full Overview

Rediscover the sparkling wit and historical charm of Anthony Hope's "The Indiscretion of the Duchess." This delightful work of historical fiction centers on royalty, romance, and a touch of scandal, all revolving around... jewelry.

Rediscover the sparkling wit and historical charm of Anthony Hope's "The Indiscretion of the Duchess." This delightful work of historical fiction centers on royalty, romance, and a touch of scandal, all revolving around... jewelry.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this... Read Full Overview

The Indiscretion of the Duchess is a novel written by Anthony Hope that tells the story of two ladies, a nobleman, and a necklace. The Duchess of Datchet, a wealthy and beautiful woman, becomes entangled in a scandalous affair with Lord Henry Norland, a notorious womanizer. Meanwhile,... Read Full Overview