The Magnificent Montez: From Courtesan to Convert by Horace Wyndham
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"The Magnificent Montez: From Courtesan to Convert" by Horace Wyndham is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the fascinating and tumultuous life of Lola Montez, a woman who transitioned from a notorious courtesan to a figure of political influence, captivating both the public and elite figures of her time. Through a blend of fact and fiction, it aims to unravel the truth behind the myths surrounding
her glamorous yet scandalous career. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage for Lola Montez's life, describing her conflicting background and nature that led to her rise in society. Born to an English or Irish family in Limerick, her journey takes her from the confines of the stage as a dancer to daring romances and political entanglements that define her persona. The opening chapters delve into her early years, her marriage to an officer, and her subsequent adventurous escapades in various cities, painting a vivid picture of a woman who defied conventions and stirred the public imagination. The reader is introduced to the lavish elements of her life while hinting at the contradictions and struggles that lay beneath her enchanting facade. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wyndham, Horace, 1875- |
|---|---|
| Title | The Magnificent Montez: From Courtesan to Convert |
| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany |
| Subject | Montez, Lola, 1818-1861 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21421 |
| Release Date | May 12, 2007 |
| Last Update | May 14, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 9746 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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