The Burgundian

The Burgundian: A Tale Of Old France is a historical novel written by Marion Polk Angellotti and first published in 1912. The story is set in 15th century France and follows the life of a young nobleman named Raoul de la Roche, who is a member of the Burgundian court. Raoul is a skilled soldier and is devoted to his lord, Duke Charles of Burgundy. However, when the Duke is assassinated, Raoul finds himself caught up in a dangerous political struggle between the Burgundians and the French royal court.As Raoul tries to navigate the treacherous world of politics, he also has to deal with personal struggles, including his love for a beautiful woman named Jacqueline and his loyalty to his family. The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of medieval France, including its customs, clothing, and architecture. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal.Overall, The Burgundian: A Tale Of Old France is a gripping historical novel that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval Europe.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.