Valperga

Autor*innen

• Mary Shelley

Parameter

• 352 Seiten
• 13 Lesestunden

• Belletristik
• Britische Literatur
• Geschichte
• Historische Romane
• Klassiker

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Set in 14th-century Italy, the story follows Castruccio, a military leader with ambitions of unifying the country, and Euthanasia, the Countess of Valperga, who grapples with her loyalty to him and her love for another. As Castruccio's rise to power becomes increasingly ruthless, Euthanasia faces the complexities of her time, torn between her desires and political obligations. The novel delves into themes of power, love, loyalty, and betrayal, showcasing Shelley's evocative prose and complex characters in a gripping historical context.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2004
• Einband: Paperback