Tales of Ardennes (1825)

Tales of Ardennes is a collection of short stories written by Derwent Conway and originally published in 1825. The stories are set in the Ardennes region of Belgium and France and are a mix of adventure, romance, and supernatural elements. The book includes ten stories, each with its own unique plot and characters. Some of the stories focus on the lives of the local people, while others involve travelers passing through the region. In one story, a group of travelers becomes lost in the forest and stumbles upon a mysterious castle. In another, a young woman is pursued by a ghostly figure who haunts her every move. Throughout the book, Conway weaves together elements of folklore, mythology, and history to create a rich and vivid portrait of the Ardennes region. His writing style is engaging and descriptive, bringing the landscapes and characters to life in a way that transports the reader to another time and place. Overall, Tales of Ardennes is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in historical fiction, supernatural stories, or the beauty of the Ardennes region.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.