The Godson Of A Marquis (1878)

By André Theuriet

Book Overview

The Godson Of A Marquis, written by Andre Theuriet in 1878, is a novel set in France during the 19th century. The story follows the life of a young man named Raoul de V�����rac, who is the godson of a wealthy marquis. Raoul is a talented artist who struggles to find his place in society and gain recognition for his work. As the novel progresses, Raoul becomes embroiled in a love triangle with two women: the beautiful and wealthy Blanche de Lusignan and the kind and gentle Marie de Beaus�����ant. Raoul must navigate his feelings for both women while also dealing with the expectations of his godfather and the societal pressures that come with his privileged upbringing. Throughout the novel, Theuriet explores themes of love, art, class, and the struggle for individuality in a society that values conformity. The Godson Of A Marquis is a classic French novel that offers a glimpse into the complexities of life during the 19th century.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: 1165540525
• ISBN13: 9781165540525
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"