Countess Gisela (1869)

Countess Gisela is a historical novel written by Eugenie Marlitt and first published in 1869. The story is set in 16th century Germany and revolves around the life of Countess Gisela, a young and beautiful noblewoman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. The novel follows Gisela's struggles to come to terms with her unhappy marriage and her attempts to find happiness and fulfillment in her life.As the story unfolds, Gisela discovers that her husband is a cruel and selfish man who is only interested in her wealth and status. She also learns that he is involved in a plot to overthrow the ruling prince and seize power for himself. Gisela must navigate the dangerous political landscape of her time while also dealing with the emotional turmoil of her unhappy marriage.Throughout the novel, Gisela is aided by a cast of supporting characters, including her loyal servant, a dashing young nobleman, and a wise old woman who teaches her the ways of the world. Together, they help Gisela to find the strength and courage she needs to stand up to her husband and fight for her own happiness.Countess Gisela is a classic tale of love, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of a fascinating historical period. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone who enjoys a good story of triumph over adversity.In Two Parts.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.