Fayette, Madame De La
Princesse de Cleves (Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140445879
- author:
- Fayette, Madame De La
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1992
- Pages:
- 192
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Princesse de Cleves by Madame de Lafayette is a profound analysis of the human heart, set against the backdrop of 17th-century France. At its centre is Mme de Cleves, a noblewoman torn between her duty and her passion for the Duc de Nemours, a man whose charms have captivated many female courtiers. As she navigates the complexities of love and loyalty, Mme de Cleves must confront the consequences of her desires, leading to a tragic outcome that has haunted readers for centuries. This exquisite novel is a moving depiction of the inseparability of love and anguish, offering a nuanced exploration of the human experience. Published by Penguin Classics, this edition brings together an authoritative text with introductions and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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