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100 1 _aVigny, Alfred de,
_d1797-1863
245 1 0 _aCinq-Mars
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aThis includes all volumes for Cinq-Mars.
500 _aRelease date is 2004-10-30
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Cinq-Mars" by Alfred de Vigny is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of 17th century France, exploring themes of loyalty, ambition, and the intricate dynamics of court life, particularly focusing on the character of Henri d'Effiat, Marquis de Cinq-Mars. As the title character embarks on his journey through a time filled with political intrigue and personal aspirations, the story promises to delve into the conflicts between personal desires and the demands of loyalty to the crown. At the start of "Cinq-Mars," readers are introduced to the picturesque region of Touraine, highlighting its beauty and tranquility, which contrasts sharply with the underlying turmoil in the lives of its inhabitants. The opening chapter captures a poignant family dinner at the chateau of Chaumont, where Henri, preparing to depart for the court, faces mixed emotions from his loved ones, particularly his mother. Amidst the farewells, we witness the impending departure of Cinq-Mars, tinged with a sense of foreboding. The family dynamics are explored, revealing both the bonds of love and the weight of ambition as Henri grapples with his future and the passion he harbors for Marie, the young Duchess de Mantua. As tensions rise, particularly related to court politics and the ominous presence of Cardinal Richelieu, the stage is set for a tale woven with ambition and tragic choices that will unfold throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCinq-Mars, Henri Coiffier Ruzé d'Effiat, marquis de, 1620-1642 -- Fiction
653 _aRichelieu, Armand Jean du Plessis, duc de, 1585-1642 -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3953
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