The Countess de Charney and The Chevalier de Maison Rouge a Tale of the Reign of Terror - Alexandre Dumas - Bog

The Countess de Charney and The Chevalier de Maison Rouge is a historical novel written by Alexandre Dumas, set during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror. The story follows the lives of two aristocrats, the Countess de Charney and the Chevalier de Maison Rouge, who find themselves on opposite sides of the conflict. The Countess is a loyal supporter of the monarchy, while the Chevalier is a member of a secret society plotting to overthrow the king. As the revolution intensifies, the two protagonists become entangled in a web of intrigue, betrayal, and romance that will test their loyalties and challenge their beliefs. With vivid descriptions of the period's political turmoil, social upheaval, and violence, Dumas paints a vivid picture of a society in crisis and the individuals caught up in its tumultuous events. This gripping tale of love, loyalty, and sacrifice is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers today.1893. The Works of Alexandre Dumas Complete in Nine Volumes, Volume Nine. Copiously illustrated with elegant pen and ink and wood engravings, specially drawn for this edition by eminent French and American artists. Dumas, French novelist and playwright, is now primarily recognized for his historical novels, which include the ever popular Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo. The Countess de Charney is a sequel to Taking the Bastille and The Chevalier de Maison Rouge is a sequel to The Countess. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.