Publisher's Synopsis
The Heiress of Bruges: A Tale is a novel written by Thomas Colley Grattan and first published in 1834. The story takes place in the city of Bruges, Belgium, during the 15th century. The main character, Marie de Medicis, is a wealthy heiress who is pursued by both a nobleman and a commoner. As she navigates the complex social hierarchy of Bruges, Marie must also contend with the political turmoil of the time, including the ongoing conflict between the Flemish and the Burgundians. Along the way, she discovers secrets about her family's past and learns important lessons about love, loyalty, and integrity. The Heiress of Bruges is a historical romance that combines elements of adventure, intrigue, and drama. It is a vivid portrait of life in medieval Europe and a compelling story of one woman's journey to find her place in the world.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.
