The Friend Of The People - Mary Catherine Rowsell - Bog

The Friend of the People: A Tale of the Reign of Terror is a historical fiction novel written by Mary Catherine Rowsell and first published in 1895. The story is set during the French Revolution, specifically during the Reign of Terror, a period of intense violence and political upheaval. The protagonist of the novel is a young Englishman named Henry, who travels to France in search of adventure and ends up getting caught up in the revolution. He becomes involved with a group of revolutionaries who are fighting for liberty and equality, and he soon finds himself torn between his loyalty to his new friends and his own beliefs and values. As the story unfolds, Henry witnesses firsthand the brutality and chaos of the Reign of Terror, as well as the corruption and hypocrisy of some of the revolutionaries. He also falls in love with a young French woman named Marie, who is herself caught up in the revolution and struggling to survive. Through Henry's experiences, the novel explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the human cost of political upheaval. It paints a vivid picture of life during the French Revolution, from the poverty and desperation of the lower classes to the excesses and violence of the ruling elite. Overall, The Friend of the People is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most turbulent periods in European history.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.