Unruly Daughters: A Romance of the House of Orleans is a historical novel written by H. Noel Williams. The book is set during the tumultuous years of the French Revolution and follows the lives of the daughters of the Duke of Orleans, one of the wealthiest and most powerful families in France. The story revolves around the lives of the four daughters, Ad la de, Victoire, Sophie, and Louise, who are known for their rebellious and independent nature, which often puts them at odds with their father's conservative ...
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Unruly Daughters: A Romance of the House of Orleans is a historical novel written by H. Noel Williams. The book is set during the tumultuous years of the French Revolution and follows the lives of the daughters of the Duke of Orleans, one of the wealthiest and most powerful families in France. The story revolves around the lives of the four daughters, Ad la de, Victoire, Sophie, and Louise, who are known for their rebellious and independent nature, which often puts them at odds with their father's conservative values. The novel explores the complex relationships between the sisters, their father, and the men who enter their lives, including the infamous Marquis de Sade. The book also delves into the political and social upheaval of the time, including the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte and the eventual downfall of the House of Orleans. Unruly Daughters is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of one of the most turbulent periods in French history.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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