The Princess of Cleves
The Princess of Cleves is a historical fiction and classic romance novel by Madame de La Fayette. Readers will find themes of married women and Nobility.
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About The Princess of Cleves
"The Princess of Cleves" by Madame de La Fayette is a French novel published in 1678. Set at the court of Henry II, it follows a young heiress who marries the Prince de Clèves but falls deeply in love with the Duke de Nemours. Torn between duty and passion, she confesses her forbidden feelings to her husband, triggering devastating consequences. This pioneering psychological novel explores inner emotions and moral struggle with remarkable depth, creating a timeless portrait of love, honor, and impossible choices.
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Who wrote The Princess of Cleves?
The Princess of Cleves was written by Madame de La Fayette.
What genre is The Princess of Cleves?
It is usually shelved as Historical Fiction and Classic Love Stories.
Is The Princess of Cleves free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
What books are similar to The Princess of Cleves?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Black Moth, Beauvallet (Beauvallet Dynasty #2) and The Pirate.
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