Publisher's Synopsis
Gabrielle or Pictures of a Reign V2: A Historical Novel (1843) is a novel written by Louisa Stuart Costello. It is a historical fiction novel set during the reign of King Louis XIV of France. The story revolves around a young woman named Gabrielle who is a member of the French aristocracy. Gabrielle is forced to navigate the treacherous political landscape of the French court as she tries to find her place in the world. Along the way, she encounters a cast of characters that includes members of the royal family, courtiers, and other members of the French nobility. The novel is rich in historical detail and provides a vivid portrait of life in 17th century France. It is a captivating tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue that will keep readers engrossed from beginning to end.In Three Volumes.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.
