The Tuileries V1: A Tale (1831)

The Tuileries V1: A Tale is a novel written by Catherine Grace Frances Gore and published in 1831. The story is set in Paris, France, during the early 19th century and revolves around the lives of two families, the De Montforts and the St. Pierres. The De Montforts are wealthy and influential members of the French aristocracy, while the St. Pierres are a middle-class family trying to make their way in society.The novel follows the romantic entanglements of the two families, as well as the political upheaval and revolution that takes place in Paris during this time. The story is filled with drama, intrigue, and suspense, as the characters navigate their way through the changing social and political landscape of France.Throughout the book, Gore explores themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for power. She also provides a vivid depiction of Parisian society during the early 19th century, with its opulent balls, extravagant fashion, and political unrest.Overall, The Tuileries V1: A Tale is a captivating novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of the French aristocracy and the challenges they faced during a time of great change and upheaval.In Three Volumes.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.