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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About this eBook
| 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 produced from images generously made available by The 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 | Jan 3, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 382 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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