The Code Of Victor Jallot: A Romance Of Old New Orleans (1907) - Couverture souple

Carpenter, Edward Childs

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1437319491 ISBN 13 : 9781437319491

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2008

Synopsis

The Code of Victor Jallot is a historical romance novel set in the old city of New Orleans during the late 1800s. Written by Edward Childs Carpenter and first published in 1907, the book tells the story of Victor Jallot, a young man from a prominent Creole family who is torn between his love for a beautiful woman and his loyalty to the strict social codes of his society.As Victor navigates the complex world of New Orleans high society, he finds himself drawn to the charming and spirited Claire Courtenay, who is also coveted by his best friend, the wealthy and powerful Lucien Santien. As their love triangle unfolds, Victor must confront the rigid expectations of his family and community, including the unwritten ""code"" that governs their behavior and relationships.The novel is rich with descriptions of the lush landscapes, decadent parties, and colorful characters that make up the world of old New Orleans. From the bustling French Quarter to the elegant mansions of the Garden District, the book captures the unique culture and history of this iconic American city.Ultimately, The Code of Victor Jallot is a story of love, honor, and the struggle to find one's place in a society that values tradition above all else. With its vivid setting and compelling characters, it remains a beloved classic of Southern literature.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.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1437319491
• ISBN 13: 9781437319491
• Reliure: Broché
• Illustrateur: Abbott Elenore Plaisted
• Nombre de pages: 356
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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