Finette: The Norman Maiden, and Her English Friends (1877)

Finette: The Norman Maiden, And Her English Friends is a novel written by Mary Emily Ropes and published in 1877. The story revolves around the life of a young Norman girl named Finette who lives in the 11th century. Finette is a brave and adventurous girl who befriends a group of English children and together they embark on various adventures. The novel is set against the backdrop of the Norman Conquest of England and explores the cultural differences and tensions between the Normans and the English. The story is filled with historical details and vivid descriptions of life during the Middle Ages. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults. Overall, Finette: The Norman Maiden, And Her English Friends is a charming and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on a fascinating period in history.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.