The Duke of Brittany by Henriette Jeanrenaud
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"The Duke of Brittany" by Henriette Jeanrenaud is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Arthur, the son of Geoffrey Plantagenet and Constance of Brittany, exploring his tumultuous journey filled with political intrigue, familial conflicts, and his rightful claim to the dukedom. Themes of loyalty, chivalry, and the struggles of youth set against the backdrop of late 12th-century European politics form the core of this narrative.
The opening of the tale introduces a dramatic turn of events as Duke Geoffrey of Brittany is killed during a hunting expedition, leaving his pregnant wife, Constance, to fend for herself and their unborn child. Upon Arthur’s birth, Constance vows to protect her son's legacy and claim his rights in a politically fragmented landscape where power struggles between England and France reign supreme. As the narrative unfolds, Arthur begins to grow into his role amid the challenges posed by usurpers, allies, and the looming shadow of his uncle John, ultimately shaping his destiny as the Duke of Brittany, reflecting a blend of personal growth and historical upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Jeanrenaud, Henriette |
|---|---|
| Translator | Upton, George P. (George Putnam), 1834-1919 |
| LoC No. | 08023710 |
| Title | The Duke of Brittany |
| Series Title | Life Stories for Young People |
| Credits |
Produced by D A Alexander, Stephen Hutcheson, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Arthur I, Duke of Brittany, 1187-1203 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60257 |
| Release Date | Sep 7, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 371 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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