The Princess Desiree (1896)

The Princess Desiree (1896)

Clementina Black

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104323547
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The Princess Desiree is a novel written by Clementina Black and published in 1896. The story is set in Europe and revolves around the life of a young princess named Desiree. She is the daughter of a king who is known for his strictness and traditional ways. Desiree is a free-spirited and independent young woman who is not content with the life of luxury and privilege that she has been born into. Desiree’s desire for a more meaningful life leads her to become involved in social reform movements and she begins to work towards improving the lives of those around her. Along the way, she meets a man named Paul who shares her passion for social change. As they work together, they develop a deep connection and fall in love. However, Desiree’s father is not pleased with her newfound interests and disapproves of her relationship with Paul. He tries to separate them and force Desiree into a marriage with a man of his choosing. But Desiree is determined to follow her heart and fight for her freedom. The Princess Desiree is a story of love, courage, and the struggle for individuality in a society that values tradition and conformity. It is a timeless tale that explores the themes of social justice, personal growth, and the power of love to overcome obstacles.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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