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The War of Women

The War of Women

The War of Women

Alexandre Dumas

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2024
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Ficción histórica
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9781434419378
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Set during the turbulent period of the Fronde, a civil war in 17th-century France, The War of Women follows the lives of noblewomen caught in the political and social upheaval. Alexandre Dumas masterfully blends history, romance, and adventure, depicting the intrigues and rivalries among women vying for power and influence. With his signature flair for drama and historical detail, Dumas explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and love against the backdrop of one of France’s most chaotic eras.

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