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Stray Pearls Memoirs Of Margaret De Ribaumont, Viscountess Of Bellaise

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The historical book "Stray Pearls: Memoirs of Margaret De Ribaumont, Viscountess of Bellaise" by Charlotte Yonge transports readers to 16th-century France. The heroine and narrator Margaret De Ribaumont's memoirs provide a vivid picture of life during the turbulent period of religious conflict and political intrigue in the book. Readers follow Margaret's trip as she leaves behind her beautiful upbringing in the French countryside and arrives to the lavish and perilous court of King Henry III as the narrative progresses. She navigates love, grief, and the nuances of her own conflicted allegiance between the Catholic and Huguenot groups as she goes. Readers see significant historical occurrences like the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre via Margaret's eyes and meet lovable people who influence her future. Readers are transported to a bygone period when beauty and violence coexist because to Charlotte Yonge's diligent research and powerful writing. The work examines themes of religion, love, responsibility, and the human spirit's resiliency in the face of difficulty. The emotional and introspective narrative voice of Margaret offers a close-up view of the significant historical events taking place all around her. "Stray Pearls" offers readers an engrossing look into the complicated and interesting world of 16th-century France via a gripping blending of romance, history, and coming-of-age narrative.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9789358591842
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 292
  • Published:
  • June 30, 2023
  • Dimensions:
  • 140x17x216 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 415 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: November 13, 2024

Description of Stray Pearls Memoirs Of Margaret De Ribaumont, Viscountess Of Bellaise

The historical book "Stray Pearls: Memoirs of Margaret De Ribaumont, Viscountess of Bellaise" by Charlotte Yonge transports readers to 16th-century France. The heroine and narrator Margaret De Ribaumont's memoirs provide a vivid picture of life during the turbulent period of religious conflict and political intrigue in the book. Readers follow Margaret's trip as she leaves behind her beautiful upbringing in the French countryside and arrives to the lavish and perilous court of King Henry III as the narrative progresses. She navigates love, grief, and the nuances of her own conflicted allegiance between the Catholic and Huguenot groups as she goes. Readers see significant historical occurrences like the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre via Margaret's eyes and meet lovable people who influence her future. Readers are transported to a bygone period when beauty and violence coexist because to Charlotte Yonge's diligent research and powerful writing. The work examines themes of religion, love, responsibility, and the human spirit's resiliency in the face of difficulty. The emotional and introspective narrative voice of Margaret offers a close-up view of the significant historical events taking place all around her. "Stray Pearls" offers readers an engrossing look into the complicated and interesting world of 16th-century France via a gripping blending of romance, history, and coming-of-age narrative.

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