The Indiscretion of the Duchess by Anthony Hope

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Author Hope, Anthony, 1863-1933
Title The Indiscretion of the Duchess
Being a Story Concerning Two Ladies, a Nobleman, and a Necklace
Note Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Indiscretion of the Duchess" by Anthony Hope is a novel written in the late 19th century that blends romance, intrigue, and societal commentary. The story primarily revolves around the Duke and Duchess of Saint-Maclou, focusing particularly on the Duchess's lively personality and the challenges she faces in a constrained marriage. The narrative introduces Gilbert Aycon, a man drawn into this complicated web of relationships and deceptions, ultimately entangled in the Duchess's plight and societal expectations. The opening of the novel presents a narrator who reflects on his past and the circumstances that led him to meet the Duchess. The main character, Gilbert Aycon, is approached by his friend Gustave, an extra secretary at the French Embassy, who invites him to France, where the Duchess resides in a state of semi-exile due to her husband’s controlling nature. As they plan their journey, Aycon learns about the Duchess's charm, intelligence, and the constraints imposed by her marriage, establishing the groundwork for their ensuing interactions. Their arrival in Normandy sets the stage for themes of discretion, societal norms, and romantic entanglements, hinting at the adventure and drama that await as the characters navigate their complex emotions and obligations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Conduct of life -- Fiction
Subject British -- France -- Fiction
Subject Jewelry -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 13909
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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