A Maid of Brittany: A Romance by Mabel Winifred Knowles
"A Maid of Brittany: A Romance" by Mabel Winifred Knowles is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the tumultuous backdrop of 15th-century Brittany amid the conflicts with France. The main character, Gwennola, is a compassionate young lady who finds herself caught in a dilemma between her duty to her family and her moral compass when a wounded French knight, Henri d’Estrailles, is accused of espionage
and murder. At the start of the narrative, we meet a hunting party on the brink of judgment regarding an unconscious man who has fallen from his horse. Gwennola argues that the injured man cannot be a spy, and she urges for compassion, demonstrating her instinct for justice. As the plot progresses, it is revealed that Henri d’Estrailles, although injured, is a complex character with a dangerous past linked to the death of Gwennola's brother. Torn between her betrothal to the viper-like Guillaume de Coray and her growing feelings for Henri, Gwennola must navigate through treachery, fear, and love, all while trying to save an innocent life. The opening sets a stage rich with intrigue, honor, and the challenges faced by a young woman in a divided land, making it clear that this tale will be one of chivalry, romance, and moral dilemmas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
Creator | Knowles, Mabel Winifred, 1875-1949 |
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Illustrator | Brock, H. M. (Henry Matthew), 1875-1960 |
Title | A Maid of Brittany: A Romance |
Note | Reading ease score: 70.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
Subject | Brittany (France) -- History -- 1341-1532 -- Fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 49284 |
Release Date | Jun 25, 2015 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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