Madeleine: A Tale Of Auvergne

By Julia Kavanagh

Book Overview

Madeleine: A Tale of Auvergne is a historical fiction novel written by Julia Kavanagh. The book is set in the late 18th century and follows the life of Madeleine, a young girl who is orphaned at a young age and forced to live with her cruel relatives. Despite her difficult circumstances, Madeleine remains optimistic and determined to make something of her life.As she grows older, Madeleine falls in love with a young man named Pierre, but their relationship is complicated by the social and political upheaval of the time. The French Revolution is raging, and tensions are high between the aristocracy and the common people.Throughout the novel, Madeleine must navigate these turbulent times while also dealing with personal tragedies and setbacks. Despite the challenges she faces, she remains steadfast in her determination to build a better life for herself and those she loves.Overall, Madeleine: A Tale of Auvergne is a gripping and emotional story that explores themes of love, loss, and resilience in the face of adversity. Kavanagh's vivid descriptions of the French countryside and the historical events of the time make for a rich and immersive reading experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163099287
• ISBN13: 9781163099285
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"