Chevalier d'Armantal

"Chevalier d'Armantal" — one of the most captivating historical adventure novels by Alexandre Dumas. The events of the book unfold in 18th century France, torn by political contradictions. The main character, a young nobleman Raoul d'Armantal, finds himself embroiled in a conspiracy against the regent of France — the Duke of Orleans. The young man is swept into a whirlpool of court intrigues: he faces desperate duels, battles with treacherous enemies, and… a meeting with the lovely Bathilde, who has captured the heart of the chevalier. But will the two lovers ever find happiness — as one of them must be executed... The bright and voluminous illustrations by the artist Anna Hopt realistically convey the atmosphere of the book.