The Jeanrenaud, Henriette creator Upton, George P. (George Putnam) 1834-1919 text utu 2019 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Duke of Brittany" by Henriette Jeanrenaud is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Arthur, the son of Geoffrey Plantagenet and Constance of Brittany, exploring his tumultuous journey filled with political intrigue, familial conflicts, and his rightful claim to the dukedom. Themes of loyalty, chivalry, and the struggles of youth set against the backdrop of late 12th-century European politics form the core of this narrative. The opening of the tale introduces a dramatic turn of events as Duke Geoffrey of Brittany is killed during a hunting expedition, leaving his pregnant wife, Constance, to fend for herself and their unborn child. Upon Arthur’s birth, Constance vows to protect her son's legacy and claim his rights in a politically fragmented landscape where power struggles between England and France reign supreme. As the narrative unfolds, Arthur begins to grow into his role amid the challenges posed by usurpers, allies, and the looming shadow of his uncle John, ultimately shaping his destiny as the Duke of Brittany, reflecting a blend of personal growth and historical upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2019-09-07 Produced by D A Alexander, Stephen Hutcheson, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress) Original publication data not identified Arthur I, Duke of Brittany, 1187-1203 DC Original publication data not identified 08023710 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60257 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60257 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134405.0 60257