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Description
""Maid of Athens"" is a historical romance novel written by Lafayette McLaws and published in 1906. The story is set in Athens, Greece, during the early 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Eudora. Eudora is the daughter of a wealthy Greek merchant and is known for her beauty and intelligence. She is also deeply patriotic and dreams of seeing Greece free from the Ottoman Empire's rule.The novel follows Eudora's journey as she falls in love with an American diplomat named John Randolph. Despite their cultural differences, the two develop a deep connection and soon find themselves caught up in a dangerous political conspiracy. As they work together to help Greece gain independence, they must also navigate the treacherous waters of love and betrayal.Throughout the novel, McLaws weaves in elements of Greek mythology and history, adding depth and richness to the story. The book is also notable for its vivid descriptions of Athens and the surrounding countryside, which bring the setting to life and transport the reader back in time.Overall, ""Maid of Athens"" is a captivating tale of love, adventure, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of a fascinating historical period. It is a must-read for fans of historical romance and anyone interested in Greek history and culture.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.
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Contenu
- Nombre de pages :
- 312
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781437110913
- Date de parution :
- 01-10-08
- Format:
- Livre broché
- Format numérique:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Dimensions :
- 152 mm x 229 mm
- Poids :
- 417 g
