Publisher's Synopsis
"A Rose of Yesterday" is a novel written by F. Marion Crawford, a prolific American author of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The novel is set in Italy and primarily revolves around the lives of the characters involved in a complex love triangle.
The story unfolds against the backdrop of the picturesque Italian countryside, providing a rich and evocative setting for the drama that unfolds. At the center of the narrative is a young woman named Flavia del Careno, who is known for her beauty and charm. Flavia is engaged to marry Prince Alessandro Corleone, a wealthy and influential nobleman.
However, complications arise when Flavia's childhood sweetheart, Count Guido d'Este, returns to Italy after many years abroad. Guido is immediately drawn back into Flavia's life, reigniting the flame of their past romance and challenging the stability of her engagement to the prince.
As the story progresses, the characters grapple with their conflicting emotions and desires, torn between duty, passion, and societal expectations. Themes of love, betrayal, and redemption are explored as the characters navigate the complexities of their relationships and confront the consequences of their actions.
Throughout the novel, Crawford's vivid prose and keen insight into human nature bring the characters and their world to life, immersing readers in a captivating tale of love and longing. "A Rose of Yesterday" is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers, offering a poignant exploration of the enduring power of love and the complexities of the human heart.
