The Lady Of Brantome (1884)

By Percy Hetherington Fitzgerald

Book Overview

The Lady of Brantome is a historical novel written by Percy Hetherington Fitzgerald and first published in 1884. The story is set in France during the 16th century and revolves around the life of a beautiful and intelligent noblewoman named Gabrielle de Brantome. Gabrielle is the daughter of a powerful lord and is raised in luxury and privilege. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a young man who is not of noble birth. Her father forbids the relationship and forces her to marry a wealthy but abusive nobleman. Despite the challenges she faces, Gabrielle remains strong and determined to find happiness. She becomes involved in the political and cultural events of the time, including the French Wars of Religion and the rise of the Protestant movement. As the story unfolds, Gabrielle's character is put to the test as she navigates through the complex political and social landscape of 16th century France. She must use all of her wit and intelligence to survive in a world dominated by men and to protect those she loves. The Lady of Brantome is a captivating tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue that offers a vivid portrayal of life in Renaissance France. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or the history of France.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: 1164870513
• ISBN13: 9781164870517
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"