Michel and Angele [A Ladder of Swords] — Volume 3 by Gilbert Parker
"Michel and Angele [A Ladder of Swords] — Volume 3" by Gilbert Parker is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The book delves into the intricacies of court intrigue, jealousy, and the complex relationships between its characters, particularly focusing on Angele Aubert and Michel de la Foret, as they navigate the dangerous political landscape shaped by powerful figures like Leicester and Queen Elizabeth I. Themes of love, betrayal, and
loyalty permeate the narrative as the characters confront their fates amidst a backdrop of historical events. The opening portion introduces the cunning and manipulative Earl of Leicester, who harbors jealousy towards Michel and seeks to undermine Angele. As Leicester lays a trap to ruin Angele’s reputation, the narrative explores his insidious nature and his obsession with power. Angele, oblivious to the depths of Leicester’s schemes, finds herself captivated by his charm despite her instinctive wariness. The tension builds as Leicester attempts to sow distrust between her and Michel, setting the stage for their impending struggles. The richly detailed language paints a vivid picture of the court's dynamics, ensuring readers are drawn into the high stakes of love and intrigue from the very beginning. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | Michel and Angele [A Ladder of Swords] — Volume 3 |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Elizabeth, 1558-1603 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Huguenots -- Fiction |
| Subject | Jersey (Channel Islands) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6252 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-06252-5 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 383 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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