Histoire d'Henriette d'Angleterre by Madame de La Fayette
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"Histoire d'Henriette d'Angleterre" by Madame de La Fayette is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It explores the life of Henriette d'Angleterre, the daughter of Charles I of England, who became the duchess of Orléans. The narrative likely centers around Henriette's experiences, relationships, and the courtly intrigues of her time, providing insights into her character and the historical context in which she lived. The opening of the work introduces
the author’s relationship with Henriette, emphasizing the intimacy and frequent interactions they shared at the convent of Chaillot. Madame de La Fayette recounts how she came to know the young princess, who confides in her about her life. The initial chapter also touches on Henriette's background and highlights her charm and social connections, suggesting how these elements may have influenced her life and choices. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at the complexities of court life and love, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of Henriette's character and her impact within the royal sphere. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | La Fayette, Madame de (Marie-Madeleine Pioche de La Vergne), 1634-1693 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | France, Anatole, 1844-1924 |
| Title | Histoire d'Henriette d'Angleterre |
| Credits |
Produced by Hélène de Mink, Clarity and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Orléans, Henriette-Anne, duchesse d', 1644-1670 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45692 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-45692-8 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 563 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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