The Countess Of Albany (1884)

The Countess of Albany is a novel written by Vernon Lee and published in 1884. The story is set in Italy during the 18th century and revolves around the life of the titular character, Louise de Stolberg, the Countess of Albany. Louise is a beautiful and intelligent woman who was married to Charles Edward Stuart, the exiled prince of Scotland. However, their marriage was not a happy one, and Louise soon falls in love with the Italian poet and philosopher, Vittorio Alfieri. The novel explores the complex relationships between Louise, Charles, and Vittorio, as well as the political and social climate of Italy during that time. It delves into themes such as love, loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for power.Through the character of Louise, Vernon Lee presents a strong and independent woman who defies societal norms and expectations to follow her heart. The Countess of Albany is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of the aristocracy during the 18th century.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.