The Waters Of Edera (1900)

By Ouida

Book Overview

The Waters of Edera is a novel written by Ouida and published in 1900. The story is set in Italy and follows the life of a young woman named Hedwig, who is forced to marry a wealthy but cruel man named Count Ferruccio. Hedwig's life is miserable until she meets a kind and gentle man named Gualtieri, who she falls in love with. However, their love is forbidden and they must keep their relationship a secret. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle for freedom in a society that values wealth and status above all else. The setting of Italy is vividly described, with lush descriptions of the countryside and the ancient city of Rome. Ouida's writing style is poetic and romantic, and the novel is a poignant commentary on the limitations placed on women in society at the time. The Waters of Edera is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its powerful themes and beautiful prose.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: 1164193759
• ISBN13: 9781164193753
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 386 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"