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Peter James Bowman

    The Real Persuasion
    The Fortune Hunter
    • The Fortune Hunter

      A German Prince in Regency England

      • 232pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Happily married, but insolvent, Prince Hermann von Pückler-Muskau (1785–1871) and his wife Lucie devised a plan to save their beloved they would divorce and Pückler would go to England to marry an heiress. Based on the princeâ€s letters reporting his progress to Lucie, this book is a blow-by-blow account of Pücklerâ€s courtships, but also a portrait of Regency England through the eyes of an intelligent, observant and, at one point, lovesick fortune hunter.

      The Fortune Hunter
      4,5
    • The Real Persuasion

      Portrait of a Real-Life Jane Austen Heroine

      • 320pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      Delve into the captivating true story of a Regency family, showcasing the life of a real-life heroine reminiscent of Jane Austen's characters. This intimate portrait reveals the complexities of social dynamics, personal struggles, and the nuances of family relationships during a pivotal era, offering readers a unique glimpse into the past through a richly detailed narrative.

      The Real Persuasion