Henry of Guise; or, The States of Blois (Vol. 1 of 3) by G. P. R. James
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"Henry of Guise; or, The States of Blois (Vol. 1 of 3)" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The book explores the life and ambitions of Henry Duke of Guise during a tumultuous time in the late 16th century, with a strong focus on themes of power, nobility, and the complex dynamics of personal relationships in a feudal society. Key characters introduced include
the Duke himself, alongside his younger brother Gaspar de Montsoreau and Charles de Montsoreau, as well as the intriguing Mademoiselle de Clairvaut. The opening of the novel sets a dark and atmospheric scene, describing a gloomy morning in southern France where a man is seen searching the woods, hinting at the hunt that will soon commence. As the narrative unfolds, we are introduced to a group of noblemen preparing for a boar hunt, positioning the impending action against a backdrop of political intrigue and conflict. The eldest lord among them, the Abbé de Boisguerin, emerges as a significant figure, mentoring the young noblemen and guiding them through the complexities of their lives. Intriguingly, the arrival of female guests brings an additional layer of tension and romance, as Mademoiselle de Clairvaut captures the attention of both brothers, suggesting that personal stakes will soon intertwine with the larger historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860 |
|---|---|
| Title | Henry of Guise; or, The States of Blois (Vol. 1 of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Guise, Henri, duc de, 1550-1588 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39411 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39411-4 |
| Release Date | Apr 9, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 442 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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