A Marriage Under The Terror (1910)

A Marriage Under The Terror is a historical fiction novel written by Patricia Wentworth and first published in 1910. The story is set in France during the French Revolution and follows the lives of a young couple, Jeanne and Raoul, as they navigate the dangerous and tumultuous political climate of the time. Jeanne is a young aristocrat who falls in love with Raoul, a lawyer and supporter of the revolution. Despite their different backgrounds, they marry and attempt to live a peaceful life together. However, as the revolution intensifies and the Reign of Terror begins, their marriage is put to the test. The couple must navigate the dangers of living in a country where anyone suspected of being an enemy of the revolution can be executed without trial. They are forced to make difficult decisions in order to survive, including hiding their true identities and allegiances. As the story progresses, Jeanne and Raoul face numerous challenges and betrayals, including the threat of being discovered by the infamous Committee of Public Safety. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the harsh realities of living in a time of political upheaval. Overall, A Marriage Under The Terror is a gripping tale of survival and sacrifice set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in French history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.