Publisher's Synopsis
The Marquis of Carabas is a novel written by Harriet Prescott Spofford. The book is a historical fiction set in the 18th century, and it tells the story of a young French aristocrat named Claude de la Roche, who inherits the title of the Marquis of Carabas from his father. Claude is a talented artist, but he is also a bit of a rake, and he spends his days drinking, gambling, and chasing women. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he meets a beautiful young woman named Marguerite, who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Marguerite is engaged to a wealthy nobleman, but she falls in love with Claude and they begin a secret affair. However, their happiness is short-lived when Marguerite's fianc����� discovers their relationship and challenges Claude to a duel. Claude is gravely injured in the duel and is forced to flee France to escape the wrath of Marguerite's family. He eventually finds himself in America, where he starts a new life as an artist. The Marquis of Carabas is a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption, and it offers a vivid portrayal of life in 18th century France. Spofford's writing is rich and evocative, and she brings the characters and settings to life with her vivid descriptions and detailed historical research. Overall, The Marquis of Carabas is a captivating read that will transport readers to another time and place.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.
