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Wanda: A Novel (1883)

Wanda: A Novel (1883)

Ouida

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ISBN10: 1164395688
ISBN13: 9781164395683
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 394
Weight: 1.64
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Wanda: A Novel is a classic work of fiction originally published in 1883 by the British author Ouida. The story takes place in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Wanda von Szalras, who is the daughter of a wealthy Hungarian nobleman. Wanda is beautiful, intelligent, and spirited, but she is also headstrong and rebellious, which often leads her into trouble.As the story unfolds, Wanda falls in love with a young Englishman named Hubert Urquhart, who is visiting Hungary. However, their love is complicated by the fact that Hubert is already engaged to another woman. Wanda's father disapproves of the relationship and tries to keep them apart, but they continue to see each other in secret.The novel explores themes of love, passion, and the struggle between duty and desire. It also delves into the social and political issues of the time, including the tension between Hungary and Austria, as well as the class divide between the nobility and the common people.Overall, Wanda: A Novel is a captivating and emotional story that offers a glimpse into the world of 19th-century Hungary and the complexities of love and relationships. Ouida's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this novel a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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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