Philibert - Thomas Colley Grattan - Bog

Philibert: A Poetical Romance is a novel written by Thomas Colley Grattan and published in 1822. The story follows the titular character, Philibert, a young French nobleman who falls in love with a beautiful English woman named Matilda. However, their love is hindered by the political tensions between their two countries, as well as the disapproval of Matilda's father.As Philibert navigates these obstacles, he must also confront the demons of his own past, including a tragic family history and a dangerous rivalry with a fellow nobleman. Along the way, he is aided by a cast of colorful characters, including a wise old monk and a loyal servant.Grattan's novel is written in a poetic style, with lush descriptions of the French countryside and vivid portrayals of the characters' emotions. The book is also notable for its exploration of themes such as love, honor, and forgiveness, as well as its commentary on the political and social climate of early 19th-century Europe.Overall, Philibert: A Poetical Romance is a captivating tale of love and adventure, told in a lyrical and evocative style.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.