Publisher's Synopsis
The Chouans is a historical novel written by Honore de Balzac and first published in 1829. The story is set during the French Revolution and focuses on the conflict between the Royalists, known as the Chouans, and the Republican army.The novel follows the story of a young aristocrat named Marie de Verneuil, who is sent by the Republican government to infiltrate the Chouans and gather information about their plans. Marie soon finds herself torn between her loyalty to the Republic and her growing feelings for the Chouan leader, the mysterious and charismatic Marche-a-Terre.As Marie becomes more deeply involved in the Chouan cause, she uncovers a web of intrigue and betrayal that threatens to destroy both sides of the conflict. Along the way, she must navigate a dangerous world of spies, double agents, and shifting loyalties, as she struggles to find her own path in a world torn apart by war and revolution.The Chouans is a vivid and gripping portrayal of a turbulent period in French history, and a powerful exploration of the human cost of political conflict and revolution. With its richly drawn characters, intricate plot, and evocative historical setting, it remains a classic of French literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the French Revolution.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.
