Michel and Angele [A Ladder of Swords] — Complete

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Michel and Angele [A Ladder of Swords] — Complete

by Gilbert Parker

EN·~4 hours·25 chapters

Chapters

25 total
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MICHEL AND ANGELE - [A Ladder of Swords]

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By Gilbert Parker

0:01
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INTRODUCTION

3:42
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A NOTE

0:09
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MICHEL AND ANGELE

0:01
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CHAPTER I

6:23
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CHAPTER II

13:55
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CHAPTER III

17:16
9

CHAPTER IV

8:12
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CHAPTER V

5:54

Description

In the turbulent years of Queen Elizabeth’s reign, a young Huguenot couple seeks refuge in England after fleeing persecution in France. Michel de la Foret, a nobleman of Flemish descent, and Angele Aubert, the bright‑spirited daughter of a French councilor, find a new home within the modest walls of the Walloon Church in Southampton. Their fledgling marriage unfolds amid the bustling port city, where cultural clashes and the hope of a safer future intertwine with the everyday challenges of exile.

The narrative balances tender romance with a gentle humor that reflects the couple’s resilient spirits. As they navigate unfamiliar customs, forge friendships, and confront the lingering shadows of their past, listeners are drawn into a world where faith, patience, and courage shape every step. The story offers a vivid portrait of love persisting against the backdrop of religious strife, inviting you to experience the quiet heroism of ordinary lives in an extraordinary era.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (281K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Widger

Release date

2004-11-18

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Gilbert Parker

Gilbert Parker

1862–1932

A bestselling novelist of adventure and historical romance, he brought Canadian settings and imperial politics together in stories that captivated a wide readership. His best-known work, The Seats of the Mighty, helped make him one of the most popular English-language novelists of his day.

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