The Loyalists: Or the War in La Vendee (1895)
Henriette Elizabeth De Witt
The Loyalists: Or the War in La Vendee (1895)
Henriette Elizabeth De Witt
The Loyalists: Or The War In La Vendee is a historical novel written by Henriette Elizabeth De Witt and published in 1895. The book is set during the French Revolution and focuses on the events that took place in the region of Vendee, where a group of royalist rebels known as the Chouans fought against the Republican forces. The story follows the lives of several characters, including a young noblewoman named Marie de la Roche-Guyon, who becomes involved in the conflict after her family is targeted by the Republicans. As the war intensifies, Marie must navigate the dangers of the battlefield and the treacherous political landscape of the time. The novel provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of the war in Vendee, including the atrocities committed by both sides and the impact of the conflict on the local population. Overall, The Loyalists is a gripping and insightful historical novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in French 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.
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