Under The Red Robe

Under The Red Robe is a historical novel written by Stanley Weyman. The story is set in France during the 17th century, during the reign of King Louis XIII. The main character is a young lawyer named Gil de Berault, who is known for his wit, charm, and intelligence. However, Gil has a dark past, having been involved in a rebellion against the king. He is forced to flee and goes into hiding, taking on the disguise of a priest and adopting the name Father Antoine.Gil's life takes a dramatic turn when he is ordered by the king to act as a spy and infiltrate the household of a powerful nobleman, the Duke of Orl�����ans. The Duke is suspected of plotting against the king, and Gil is tasked with gathering evidence to prove his guilt. However, things become complicated when Gil falls in love with the Duke's beautiful niece, Isabelle. As he becomes more deeply involved in the Duke's affairs, Gil must navigate a dangerous web of political intrigue and personal loyalties.Under The Red Robe is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of 17th century France. Weyman's vivid descriptions of the period, combined with his skillful plotting and engaging characters, make this a classic of historical fiction.To the end of his life I have heard that the great king loved this district, and would sigh, when years and State fell heavily on him, for the beech groves and box-covered hills of South Bearn. From the terraced steps of Auch you can see the forest roll away in light and shadow.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.