Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Marie De Rozel Huguenot is a historical novel written by Alicia Aspinwall and published in 1906. The book tells the story of a young French woman named Marie de Rozel, who is a Huguenot - a member of the Protestant movement in 16th century France. The novel is set during the time of the French Wars of Religion, a period of civil unrest and religious conflict in France.Marie is a strong-willed and intelligent woman who is deeply committed to her faith. She is forced to flee her home and family after the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre, a brutal attack on Huguenots in Paris in 1572. Marie travels to England, where she meets and falls in love with a young Englishman named Richard. Together, they embark on a dangerous mission to help other Huguenots escape persecution in France.Throughout the novel, Aspinwall provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in 16th century France and England. She explores the religious and political tensions of the time, as well as the challenges faced by those who sought to live according to their own beliefs. The novel also touches on themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice, as Marie and Richard risk their lives to help others.Overall, The Story of Marie De Rozel Huguenot is a compelling and well-written historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a turbulent period of French history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, politics, and society in early modern Europe.This Book Is In English.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.
