Madam De Beaumont (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419131899)

Madam De Beaumont is a historical fiction novel written by Penelope Aubin. The story is set in the 17th century and revolves around the life of a young French woman named Madam De Beaumont. The protagonist is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is married off to an older man by her father. However, she soon realizes that her husband is a cruel and abusive man who does not love her. Madam De Beaumont decides to take control of her life and escapes from her husband's house. She travels to Paris and becomes a courtesan, using her wit and charm to gain the attention of powerful men. She soon becomes a favorite of the French court and even catches the eye of the king himself. However, her success is short-lived as she is eventually betrayed by a jealous rival and finds herself in a dangerous situation. The novel explores themes of love, power, and betrayal, and provides a vivid portrayal of life in 17th century France. Overall, Madam De Beaumont is a compelling and engaging read that will transport readers to a different time and place.Come, my dear Child, said the Lady, let us take a Walk over the Hills this sweet Morning, it is all the Diversion our sad Circumstance permits us to take.' 'Why, Madam, ' answered the fair Belinda, for so was the young Lady called, 'Can there be any Pleasures in the World, exceeding those this sweet Retirement gives us? How often have you recounted to me the Miseries and Dangers that attend a Life led in crowded Cities and noisy Courts: Had you never left the quiet Convent for the World, or changed your Virgin-State, how happy had you been?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

Author: Penelope Aubin
ISBN-10: 1419131893
ISBN-13: 9781419131899
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 52
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.25lbs
Size: 9.24h x 7.54w x 0.16d