{"title":"Books by Madame de Lafayette","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9780199539178","title":"The Princesse de Clèves","description":"Poised between the fading world of chivalric romance and a new psychological realism, Madame de Lafayette's novel of passion and self-deception marks a turning point in the history of the novel. When it first appeared - anonymously - in 1678 in the heyday of French classicism, it aroused fierce controversy among critics and readers, in particular for the extraordinary confession which forms the climax of the story. Having long been considered a classic, it is now regarded as a landmark in the history of women's writing.In this entirely new translation, The Princesse de Clèves is accompanied by two shorter works also attributed to Mme de Lafayette, The Princesse de Montpensier and The Comtesse de Tende; the Introduction and ample notes take account of the latest critical and scholarly work. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56227538108789,"sku":"9780199539178","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780199539178_36fe034d-64e2-43ba-9c21-a1c58372db57.jpg?v=1786012843"},{"product_id":"9781787470583","title":"The Princesse de Clèves (riverrun editions)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Always be civil to the girls. You never know whom they might marry.'\u003c\/b\u003e Nancy Mitford, from her introduction to \u003ci\u003eThe Princess de Clèves \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen the young, beautiful Mademoiselle de Chartres comes to court, her primary objective is to find herself a husband. Upon her mother's recommendation, she accepts the advances of the Prince de Clèves, a rather average sort of a man. Unfortunately, soon after the wedding she finds herself to be in love with the dashing  Duc de Nemours  . . . \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAgainst a backdrop of labyrinthine court politics, the naïve Madame de Clèves' pursuit of true love is a riveting and timelessly tragic read.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56305604100469,"sku":"9781787470583","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781787470583_121c8632-f1b7-4130-8011-bf528377fa0e.jpg?v=1786026007"},{"product_id":"the-princess-of-cleves","title":"The Princess of Cleves","description":"The Princess of Cleves by Madame de Lafayette is a classic French novel set in the 16th-century royal court, renowned for its intricate exploration of court intrigue and the complexities of human emotions. The story centers around a love triangle involving the virtuous Princess of Cleves, her honorable husband, and a captivating nobleman with whom she shares a forbidden love. As the characters navigate the treacherous waters of romance and duty, the novel delves into themes of morality, honor, and the sacrifices required to maintain virtue. The richly detailed setting of the French nobility provides a backdrop for the psychological drama that unfolds, highlighting the tension between personal desires and societal expectations. With its focus on secrets, forbidden love, and the strict codes of behavior at the royal court, The Princess of Cleves remains a compelling study of love, honor, and the human condition.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57495378559349,"sku":"9789367142462","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9789367142462.jpg?v=1786618057"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-madame-de-lafayette.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}