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100 1 _aJames, G. P. R.
_q(George Payne Rainsford),
_d1801?-1860
245 1 0 _aAgnes Sorel: A Novel
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2016-03-05
508 _aProduced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books (the New York Public Library)
520 _a"Agnes Sorel: A Novel" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. This narrative appears to revolve around the life and times of Agnes Sorel, a notable historical figure known for being a mistress to King Charles VII of France during the 15th century. The early chapters suggest a blend of historical detail and character-driven drama, focusing on the interplay between various individuals in the court while exploring themes of honor, love, and ambition. The opening of the novel introduces us to a scene that requires the reader's imagination to leap back to the 15th century, inviting them to engage deeply with the characters of that time. It begins with a reflective tone about the intriguing prospect of experiencing history firsthand. The narrative quickly shifts to Paris, depicting a small room where a young man named Jean Charost, a diligent scribe working for the merchant Jacques Cœur, is preparing letters. The atmosphere in this segment is richly detailed, showcasing the customs, anxieties, and dynamics of the period, as characters discuss their fates intertwined with the great political events surrounding them. As the tale unfolds, the reader is poised to witness Jean's growth and involvement in the complex courtly intrigues, setting the stage for an exploration of love, societal struggles, and historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSorel, Agnès, approximately 1422-1450 -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51352
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