The Last Duchess Of Belgarde

The Last Duchess of Belgarde is a novel written by Molly Elliot Seawell. The story is set in the late 19th century in Europe and revolves around the life of the last Duchess of Belgarde, a fictional country. The protagonist, Duchess Sophia, is a young and beautiful woman who is married to the Duke of Belgarde, a man much older than her. The marriage is arranged by their families for political reasons, and Sophia is expected to produce an heir to the throne.Sophia is unhappy in her marriage and finds solace in the company of her childhood friend, Count Raoul de Villeneuve. The two fall in love, and Sophia is torn between her duty to her husband and her love for Raoul. As the story progresses, Sophia's life becomes increasingly complicated as she tries to navigate the political intrigue of the royal court and keep her affair with Raoul a secret.The Last Duchess of Belgarde is a tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing Europe. It offers a glimpse into the lives of the aristocracy during a time of great upheaval and explores the themes of duty, loyalty, and personal freedom. The novel is a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction and romance.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.