Tales Of Flanders

Tales of Flanders: Count Hugo of Cranenhove, The Story of Abulfargus is a historical fiction book written by Hendrik Conscience and first published in 1881. The book is set in Flanders, a region in Belgium, during the medieval period. It consists of two stories, one about Count Hugo of Cranenhove and the other about Abulfargus, a Moorish prince.The first story, Count Hugo of Cranenhove, is about a nobleman who is forced to flee his home after being falsely accused of a crime. He seeks refuge in a monastery and later becomes involved in a rebellion against the ruling powers. The story explores themes of justice, loyalty, and the struggle between the powerful and the powerless.The second story, The Story of Abulfargus, follows the journey of a Moorish prince who travels to Flanders in search of his lost love. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and adventures, including battles and a love triangle. The story also touches on themes of love, loyalty, and cultural differences.Overall, Tales of Flanders: Count Hugo of Cranenhove, The Story of Abulfargus is a captivating and thought-provoking book that provides a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Flanders.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.