Excerpt from Babette: A Novel
As its last note wavered in the soft breeze up the sheer flank of the great rock towering above the snug village at its base, Babette awakened.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book opens a window to the past with a captivating story set in a medieval French village where two extraordinary characters' lives intertwine. The first is Babette, a spirited and beautiful young woman whose life is confined to the walls of a grim prison where her father is the jailer. The second is Raveau, an enigmatic stranger who is both charming and skilled in the arts of deception. As their paths cross, an unexpected connection forms, challenging their perceptions of freedom, justice, and the complexities of the human heart. This tale is not merely a historical adventure; it is an exploration of the timeless themes of love, loss, and the indomitable power of the human spirit. Through its rich characters and vivid descriptions, this book offers a profound reflection on the human condition and the enduring legacy of the past. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781334380945_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LX-9781334380945
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