Tales Of Flanders - Conscience, Hendrik
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Tales of Flanders: Count Hugo of Cranenhove, The Story of Abulfargus is a novel written by Hendrik Conscience and first published in 1881. The book is set in Flanders, a region in northern Belgium, during the medieval period. The novel is divided into two parts, each telling a different story.The first part of the book follows the story of Count Hugo of Cranenhove, a nobleman who falls in love with a beautiful peasant girl named Lena. Despite the social and class differences between them, Hugo and Lena are determined to be together. However, their love is threatened by the jealous and vengeful…mehr

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Tales of Flanders: Count Hugo of Cranenhove, The Story of Abulfargus is a novel written by Hendrik Conscience and first published in 1881. The book is set in Flanders, a region in northern Belgium, during the medieval period. The novel is divided into two parts, each telling a different story.The first part of the book follows the story of Count Hugo of Cranenhove, a nobleman who falls in love with a beautiful peasant girl named Lena. Despite the social and class differences between them, Hugo and Lena are determined to be together. However, their love is threatened by the jealous and vengeful actions of a rival nobleman, who seeks to destroy Hugo and take Lena for himself. The story is full of action, romance, and drama, as Hugo and Lena struggle to overcome the obstacles in their path.The second part of the book tells the story of Abulfargus, a wealthy merchant from the Middle East who travels to Flanders in search of adventure and riches. Abulfargus is a colorful and eccentric character, and his travels take him on a journey through the medieval cities and towns of Flanders. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including knights, merchants, and peasants, and experiences both the joys and hardships of life on the road.Tales of Flanders: Count Hugo of Cranenhove, The Story of Abulfargus is a classic work of historical fiction, offering a vivid and engaging portrait of life in medieval Flanders. With its richly drawn characters, exciting plotlines, and detailed descriptions of the landscape and culture of the region, the book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Belgium and the medieval period in general.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.
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Hendrik Conscience (1812-1883) was a prominent Belgian author and a key figure in the development of Dutch literature. Born in Antwerp, he is best known for his novels that explore Belgian history, culture, and the lives of ordinary people. Conscience's works often reflect his deep patriotism and commitment to the Flemish language and identity during a time when French was dominant in Belgium. His most famous work, ""The Poor Gentleman"", highlights themes of social class and human dignity, telling the story of a nobleman who loses his fortune but maintains his integrity. Conscience wrote extensively, producing novels, plays, and essays that addressed social issues, history, and the human condition. He is credited with helping to popularize the use of the Dutch language in literature and was an influential advocate for Flemish culture. Conscience's legacy continues to be celebrated in Belgium, where he is regarded as a foundational figure in Flemish literature.