The Lady Of Brantome (1884) - Fitzgerald, Percy Hetherington
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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 follows the life of Marguerite de Valois, a noblewoman known as the ""Lady of Brantome."" Marguerite is the daughter of King Henry II and Queen Catherine de' Medici and is married off to the Protestant King Henry of Navarre in an attempt to end the religious wars that are tearing France apart.As the story unfolds, Marguerite finds herself caught between her loyalty to her family and her love for Henry, who is despised by her…mehr

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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 follows the life of Marguerite de Valois, a noblewoman known as the ""Lady of Brantome."" Marguerite is the daughter of King Henry II and Queen Catherine de' Medici and is married off to the Protestant King Henry of Navarre in an attempt to end the religious wars that are tearing France apart.As the story unfolds, Marguerite finds herself caught between her loyalty to her family and her love for Henry, who is despised by her Catholic relatives. She becomes embroiled in court politics and intrigue, as various factions try to use her to further their own interests. Marguerite also has to deal with the jealousy and suspicion of her husband, who believes that she is having an affair with his closest friend.Despite the challenges she faces, Marguerite remains a strong and independent woman who refuses to be controlled by the men around her. She is a skilled horsewoman, a talented musician, and a lover of literature and art. She uses these talents to assert her independence and to find moments of joy and beauty in the midst of the turmoil that surrounds her.The Lady of Brantome is a richly detailed historical novel that brings to life the sights, sounds, and smells of Renaissance France. It is a story of love, betrayal, and loyalty that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the fascinating world of 16th century Europe.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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