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"The Abbess of Vlaye" is a historical novel that delves into the complexities of power, justice, and personal ambition during a period of political unrest in France. The protagonist, a provincial governor, becomes entangled in a turbulent world of nobility and rebellion. The narrative explores the intricacies of governance, reflecting on the failures of leadership and the rising tensions among the aristocracy. The story presents a central conflict between the personal and the political, highlighting how ambition, responsibility, and the quest for justice intersect within a divided society. As the characters navigate their roles within a shifting social structure, the plot also sheds light on the emotional struggles of those affected by oppressive rule, particularly focusing on familial dynamics and the inner turmoil of individuals caught between loyalty and fear. The novel sets the stage for a rich exploration of human desires and motivations within the backdrop of a society on the brink of change. The story intertwines personal and political conflicts, offering a nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by those in positions of power.

About the Author :
Stanley John Weyman (7 August 1855 - 10 April 1928) was an English historical romance writer. His most successful novels, written between 1890 and 1895, were set in late 16th and early 17th-century France. Stanley John Weyman was born on August 7, 1855, in Ludlow, Shropshire, as the second son of an attorney. He attended Shrewsbury School and Christ Church, Oxford, and graduated in 1877 with a degree in Modern History. Following a year of teaching at the King's School in Chester, he returned to Ludlow in December 1879 to live with his widowed mother. Weyman was called to the law in 1881 but struggled as a barrister due to his shyness, nervousness, and soft-spokenness. However, the lack of briefs provided him time to write. His short story "King Pippin and Sweet Clive" was published in the Cornhill Magazine, but its editor, James Payn, a novelist himself, advised Weyman that it would be simpler to make a career by writing novels. Weyman saw himself as a historian, so he was particularly pleased by excellent feedback on an article he wrote about Oliver Cromwell that appeared in the English Historical Review.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9789369421381
  • Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP
  • Publisher Imprint: Double 9 Books LLP
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 276
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  • Weight: 358 gr
  • ISBN-10: 9369421386
  • Publisher Date: 20 Jan 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
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  • Spine Width: 16 mm
  • Width: 140 mm


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