Albrecht by Arlo Bates

"Albrecht" by Arlo Bates is a romantic novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the Schwarzwald forest and follows the life of Countess Erna and her relationships with various knights, particularly the charming Baron Albrecht von Waldstein. The narrative explores themes of love, duty, and the influence of mystical elements in a medieval setting. At the start of the tale, readers are introduced to the enchanting yet eerie Schwarzwald, where supernatural beings are believed to dwell. Countess Erna, a young and virtuous noblewoman, is approached by Count Stephen, her supposed suitor, but she feels no attraction towards him. This changes dramatically with the arrival of Baron Albrecht, who immediately captivates her with his charm and strength. As Erna basks in Albrecht's adoration, their connection deepens amid ominous portents that hint at the forest's magical and potentially dangerous nature, setting the stage for a compelling love story filled with tension and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Bates, Arlo, 1850-1918
Title Albrecht
Credits Produced by sp1nd, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was
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Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 41764
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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