The Amorous Prince or the Curious Husband

The Amorous Prince Or The Curious Husband is a novel written by Aphra Behn, a prominent female writer of the 17th century. The book tells the story of Prince Frederick, a young and handsome prince who is known for his amorous pursuits. He is married to the beautiful and virtuous Princess Emilia, but his wandering eye and insatiable desire for new conquests lead him into a series of scandalous affairs.As the title suggests, the novel also follows the story of the curious husband, Count D'Olonne, who becomes suspicious of his wife's behavior and sets out to uncover the truth about her relationship with the prince. Along the way, he discovers the prince's many infidelities and is forced to confront his own feelings of jealousy and betrayal.The Amorous Prince Or The Curious Husband is a tale of love, lust, and betrayal set against the backdrop of the royal court. Behn's vivid descriptions and sharp wit bring the characters and their world to life, and the novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural norms of the time. It is a timeless story that continues to captivate readers today.Fred. No, she urged that too, And left no arguments unus'd Might make me sensible of what I did; But I was fixt, and overcame them all, Repeating still my vows and passions for her, Till in the presence of her Maid and Heaven We solemnly contracted.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.