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Alda: L'Esclave Bretonne

By Agnes Strickland
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Après la défaite de sa tribu, une jeune Bretonne captive arrive à Rome où son père meurt et elle devient propriété d'une maison patricienne; confrontée aux humiliations et aux cruautés des autres esclaves et à l'arrogance de sa maîtresse, elle conserve sa fierté et ses croyances druidiques tandis qu'une esclave convertie au christianisme lui apporte protection et consolation. Le récit explore le choc des cultures, la condition servile, la fidélité religieuse et la force morale face à la dégradation.

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Agnes Strickland

Agnes Strickland was a notable English author and historian, best known for her extensive work on the lives of English queens. Her most recognized series, "Queens of England," spans three volumes and provides a detailed and engaging account of the lives and influences of royal women throughout English history. Strickland's writing is characterized by its thorough research and narrative style, making historical figures accessible to a wider audience. In addition to her historical works, she also wrote fiction, including titles such as "The Rival Crusoes" and "Alda: L'Esclave Bretonne." Strickland's contributions to literature reflect her deep interest in history and the roles of women within it.

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