Publisher's Synopsis
Rosine is a novel written by J.G. Whyte Melville and published in 1877. The story is set in France during the reign of Louis XIV and follows the life of the titular character, Rosine, a beautiful and ambitious young woman who is determined to rise above her humble origins and make a name for herself in the world.Rosine is born into a poor family in the French countryside, but she is determined to escape her circumstances and make something of herself. She moves to Paris and begins working as a seamstress, but soon becomes involved in the world of high society and politics.As she navigates the treacherous waters of court life, Rosine finds herself drawn to two very different men: the charming and wealthy Count de la Roche-Guyon, and the handsome but dangerous Marquis de Montrond. As she becomes more deeply involved with both men, Rosine must decide where her loyalties lie and what she is willing to sacrifice in order to achieve her goals.Throughout the novel, Melville paints a vivid picture of life in 17th century France, with all its opulence, intrigue, and political maneuvering. He also explores themes of love, ambition, and the corrupting influence of power.Overall, Rosine is a gripping and beautifully written historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 17th century France.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.
