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The Princess of Ponthieu
(in) The New-York Weekly Magazine or Miscellaneous Repository
Reading ease score: 49.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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"The Princess of Ponthieu" by Unknown is a historical romance written in the late 18th century. The book weaves a tale of love, valor, and tragedy set against the backdrop of medieval France, exploring the relationships between nobles and their romantic pursuits fraught with societal and personal challenges. The narrative centers around themes of honor, loyalty, and the complexities of love, especially in the face of misunderstandings and familial obligations. The story follows the Count de Ponthieu and his only daughter, a princess admired for her beauty and wit, as they navigate a world filled with knights and rivalries. A young nobleman, Thibault, falls in love with the princess, and their romance blossoms amidst the chaos of war and the machinations of their families. However, a tragic incident involving bandits leads to a series of misunderstandings and ultimately her presumed death at the hands of her father. The princess, who survived by escaping, is later captured and marries a Sultan in Almeria, yet her heart remains with Thibault. The narrative culminates in a dramatic reunion and a test of loyalty, framed by themes of regret, redemption, and the true essence of love that transcends time and trials. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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