Heptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Volume 4
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The Heptameron tells the story of ten travelers who are stranded in a remote abbey during a rainstorm. To pass the time, they decide to tell each other stories. The stories are full of love, adventure, and intrigue, and they offer a glimpse into the social and cultural mores of 16th-century France. The travelers tell stories about love, marriage, infidelity, religion, and death. Some of the stories are funny, while others are sad or even tragic. But all of the stories are told with wit and insight, and they offer a fascinating glimpse into the human condition.Book Details
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Marguerite of Navarre
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Marguerite de Navarre was a French princess, writer, and patron of the arts who played a pivotal role in the French Renaissance. She was the daughter of Charles, Count of Angoulême, and Louise of Savo...
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