Publisher's Synopsis
The Decree of Duke Deodonato is a novel written by Anthony Hope. The story is set in the fictional country of Montara, where the Duke Deodonato rules with an iron fist. The Duke is known for his harsh decrees and his disregard for the welfare of his people. However, when a young woman named Rosalind is accused of a crime she did not commit, the Duke is forced to reconsider his ways.Rosalind is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who has been falsely accused of stealing a valuable necklace. Despite her protests of innocence, she is sentenced to death by the Duke. However, as the day of her execution approaches, the Duke begins to have doubts about her guilt. He decides to investigate the matter further and discovers that Rosalind is indeed innocent.The Duke is ashamed of his actions and decides to make amends by issuing a decree that will improve the lives of his people. He also falls in love with Rosalind and decides to marry her. However, their happiness is short-lived when a group of rebels attempt to overthrow the Duke and take control of Montara.The Decree of Duke Deodonato is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. It is a classic example of Anthony Hope's storytelling prowess and is sure to captivate readers of all ages.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Comedies of Courtship, by Anthony Hope. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141791274X.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.
