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The Countess Of Albany (1884)

The Countess Of Albany (1884)

Lee, Vernon

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ISBN10: 1165096730
ISBN13: 9781165096732
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 240
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Countess of Albany is a historical novel written by Vernon Lee and published in 1884. The story follows the life of Louise de Stolberg, the Countess of Albany, who was the wife of Charles Edward Stuart, the last Jacobite claimant to the British throne. The novel is set in the 18th century and explores the political and social tensions of the time, including the Jacobite rebellion and the Enlightenment. The Countess of Albany is depicted as a strong and independent woman who defies social norms and expectations, and who is deeply loyal to her husband despite his flaws and the challenges they face. The novel is praised for its historical accuracy and vivid descriptions of the era, as well as its nuanced portrayal of the complex relationships between the characters. Overall, The Countess of Albany is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a fascinating glimpse into a fascinating period of history.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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