The Loser Pays: A Story Of The French Revolution (1911) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104498092)

The Loser Pays: A Story of the French Revolution is a historical novel written by Mary Openshaw in 1911. The story is set during the French Revolution and follows the life of a young girl named Jeanne who is caught up in the chaos and violence of the time. Jeanne is the daughter of a wealthy aristocrat and is forced to flee her home when the revolutionaries storm her family's estate. She is taken in by a group of revolutionaries who are fighting for the rights of the common people.As Jeanne becomes more involved in the revolution, she begins to question her own beliefs and values. She is torn between her loyalty to her family and her desire to fight for the rights of the oppressed. Along the way, she falls in love with a revolutionary named Pierre, who shares her passion for justice and equality.The novel explores the themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom and equality. It also provides a vivid and detailed account of the French Revolution, including the events leading up to it, the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, and the aftermath of the revolution.Overall, The Loser Pays is a gripping and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most important events in European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the French Revolution or historical fiction.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: Mary Openshaw
ISBN-10: 110449809X
ISBN-13: 9781104498092
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/10/2009
Pages: 356
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.74d