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Lysbeth A Tale Of The Dutch

Lysbeth A Tale Of The Dutch

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ISBN10: 1162672072
ISBN13: 9781162672076
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 404
Weight: 1.52
Height: 0.83 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Lysbeth: A Tale of the Dutch is a historical novel written by H. Rider Haggard. The story is set in the Netherlands during the 16th century, a time when the country was in the midst of a religious and political upheaval. The protagonist of the novel is Lysbeth, a young woman who is forced to navigate the dangerous waters of this turbulent period.Lysbeth is a strong and independent woman who is fiercely loyal to her family and her beliefs. She is a Protestant in a country that is dominated by the Catholic Church, and she finds herself caught up in the conflict between the two faiths. As she struggles to maintain her faith and her freedom in the face of persecution, she must also deal with the challenges of love and marriage.The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of the Dutch countryside, as well as detailed accounts of the political and religious events of the time. Haggard's writing is engaging and suspenseful, and he does an excellent job of capturing the spirit of the era.Overall, Lysbeth: A Tale of the Dutch is a compelling historical novel that will appeal to readers who enjoy stories of adventure, romance, and political intrigue. It is a timeless tale of courage and perseverance in the face of adversity, and it is sure to leave a lasting impression on those who read it.Yes, Foy, that may be so, but how about his talk of the pastor? It makes me suspicious, son. You know the times we live in, and if he should go that way--remember it is in his blood--the lives of every one of us are in his hand. The father tried to burn me once, and I do not wish the child to finish the work.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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