Excerpt from Marie, or the Daughter of the Regiment: A Comic Opera in Two Acts
The Marchioness left alone with the Serjeant, confides to him her secret. She loved Captain Robert, and was secretly married to him a year before he was killed During the impediments interposed by her rank and high station, she became the mother of Marie, and now, in order to conceal this, she entreats the Serjeant to assist her in bringing to a conclusion a marriage which will give her daughter a powerful support, and save her own reputation.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life of Marie, a young woman whose fate takes unexpected turns when she joins the 21st regiment of the Tyrol region. As a sutler, Marie finds herself caught between her love for Tonic, a fellow soldier, and the societal expectations imposed upon her by her newfound family. The author skillfully weaves together themes of love, duty, and self-discovery within the context of war and social upheaval. Through Marie's journey, we explore the complexities of her emotions and the challenges she faces in navigating the contrasting worlds she inhabits. The book sheds light on the strength of human bonds, the transformative power of love, and the enduring legacy of the human spirit amidst historical turmoil. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282001957_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282001957
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282001957
Quantity: 15 available