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Set against the backdrop of medieval Europe, the story unfolds a fierce rivalry between Louis XI of France and Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy. Tensions escalate as Louis manipulates the citizens of Liège to revolt, leading to the brutal murder of Charles's brother-in-law, Louis de Bourbon, Bishop of Liège. This historical conflict is intensified by the ambitions of Louis's ally, William de la Marck, who seeks to replace the slain bishop with his own son, showcasing the intricate power struggles of the era.
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Quentin Durward by Sir Walter Scott, Fiction, Historical, Literary, Walter Scott
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- Released
- 2003
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- Title
- Quentin Durward by Sir Walter Scott, Fiction, Historical, Literary
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Walter Scott
- Publisher
- Wildside Press
- Released
- 2003
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 472
- ISBN13
- 9781592243617
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of medieval Europe, the story unfolds a fierce rivalry between Louis XI of France and Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy. Tensions escalate as Louis manipulates the citizens of Liège to revolt, leading to the brutal murder of Charles's brother-in-law, Louis de Bourbon, Bishop of Liège. This historical conflict is intensified by the ambitions of Louis's ally, William de la Marck, who seeks to replace the slain bishop with his own son, showcasing the intricate power struggles of the era.