Isbn: 9781334131844 - a collection of novels, vol. 2: selected and revised (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. In this book, love and virtue clash amidst the grandeur and debauchery of the French court. As the nation stands on the precipice of peace, nobility vying for power engage in affairs of the heart, while the shadow of the king's enduring mistress looms over all. Amidst this backdrop of ambition and desire, the Prince of Cleves and the Princess of Cleves navigate their arranged marriage. Despite her initial indifference, the Princess finds herself falling for her husband, yet the Chevalier de Guise also loves her. As the Duke of Nemours seeks the hand of an English queen, a web of love, duty, and longing entangles these nobles. The author delves into the nature of love, both illicit and virtuous, and the sacrifices one makes in the name of honor and passion. This book is a timeless exploration of the complexities of the human heart and the indomitable power of love. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…