The Two Countesses (1893)

by Marie Ebner von Eschenbach

Book Overview

The Two Countesses is a novel written by Marie Ebner Von Eschenbach and published in 1893. Set in 19th century Austria, the story follows the lives of two countesses, one from a wealthy and respected family and the other from a less prestigious background. The two women, despite their differences in upbringing and social status, become close friends and confidantes.The novel explores themes of love, friendship, social class, and the role of women in society. The characters are complex and well-developed, with the two countesses representing different aspects of femininity and womanhood. The story also delves into the political and cultural climate of the time, with references to the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the changing attitudes towards women's rights.Overall, The Two Countesses is a compelling and insightful novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in 19th century Austria. It is a timeless tale of friendship and the struggles faced by women in a patriarchal society.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: 1167199251
• ISBN13: 9781167199257
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"