A man of noble birth confronts a stolen name and a future he must craft. He leaves France, torn between family duty and personal truth.
The Weight of the Name follows a young noble who must decide what a family name really means. Caught between memory, honor, and a life started anew, he faces the pull of duty and the lure of independence in a world that is changing around him. The story blends intimate choice with the weight of history as he weighs where he belongs and what he owes to those who came before him.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life of a young French nobleman grappling with the weight of his aristocratic heritage amidst the social and political changes of early 20th-century France. As a lieutenant in the dragoons, he yearns to forge his own path, embracing a military career and seeking love outside the confines of his social circle. However, his aristocratic name, steeped in history and tradition, becomes a barrier rather than a privilege. He faces societal expectations, limited career options, and resistance from his family, particularly his father, who embodies the ideals of a bygone era. The story explores the complexities of social class, duty, and individual aspirations in a changing world. Through the protagonist's internal struggles and his poignant interactions with the woman he loves, the author delves into profound questions about identity, belonging, and the enduring legacy of the past. The protagonist's journey highlights the challenges and contradictions faced by those caught between tradition and modernity, ultimately revealing the profound impact of societal structures on personal choices and the pursuit of happiness. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331700630_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331700630
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331700630
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)