Countess Gisela (1876)

Countess Gisela is a novel written by Eugenie Marlitt in 1876. The story revolves around the life of Countess Gisela, a young and beautiful woman who is forced to marry a much older man, Count Eberhard. Despite her initial reluctance, Gisela tries to make the best of her situation and becomes a dutiful wife. However, her life takes a turn for the worse when her husband dies, leaving her alone and vulnerable.Gisela is then forced to navigate the treacherous waters of high society, where she encounters jealousy, betrayal, and deceit. She must also contend with the advances of a handsome but dangerous man, who threatens to ruin her reputation and destroy her chances of finding true love.Throughout the novel, Gisela displays strength, resilience, and a deep sense of morality. She refuses to compromise her principles, even in the face of adversity, and ultimately emerges as a triumphant and inspiring figure.Countess Gisela is a compelling and engaging novel that explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for independence in a male-dominated society. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its vivid characters, richly detailed settings, and powerful storytelling.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.