The Mystery Of The Lost Dauphin

The Mystery of the Lost Dauphin: Louis XVII is a historical novel written by Emilia Pardo Bazan in 1906. The story is based on the real-life mystery surrounding the fate of Louis XVII, the son of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette of France, who disappeared during the French Revolution. In the novel, the protagonist is a young Spanish girl named Isabel de Meneses who becomes embroiled in the mystery when she meets a man claiming to be Louis XVII. Isabel is skeptical at first, but as she learns more about the man's past and the events leading up to his disappearance, she becomes convinced that he is the lost prince. The novel is set against the backdrop of the turbulent years of the French Revolution and the subsequent reign of Napoleon Bonaparte. It explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the power of propaganda. The Mystery of the Lost Dauphin: Louis XVII is a well-researched and engaging historical novel that brings to life one of the most enduring mysteries of the French Revolution. It is a must-read for anyone interested in French history, royal intrigue, and the power of myth and legend.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.