The Old French Chateau, Near Toulouse (1879)

By Edgar William Davies

The Old French Chateau, Near Toulouse is a historical fiction novel written by Edgar William Davies and published in 1879. The story is set in the early 19th century and revolves around the lives of the inhabitants of a chateau in the French countryside. The main character is a young Englishman named Arthur, who inherits the chateau from his uncle and decides to move there permanently. He is accompanied by his best friend, George, and together they embark on a journey of discovery and adventure.As Arthur settles into his new home, he becomes fascinated by the history of the chateau and its previous owners. He discovers that the chateau was once a stronghold of the Cathars, a medieval religious sect that was persecuted by the Catholic Church. Arthur also learns about the French Revolution and the impact it had on the people of the region.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal as Arthur becomes involved in a romantic relationship with a local woman named Marie. He also discovers that his uncle's death may not have been as natural as it first appeared, and he sets out to uncover the truth.The Old French Chateau, Near Toulouse is a vividly descriptive novel that transports readers to the French countryside and immerses them in the history and culture of the region. It is a compelling tale of mystery, romance, and adventure that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and classic literature.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: 1165581221
• ISBN13: 9781165581221
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"