{ "item_title" : "Red Robe And Grey Robe", "item_author" : [" Victor Hugo", "Henry Llewellyn Williams "], "item_description" : "Red Robe and Grey Robe: Or Richelieu Defied is a historical novel written by the famous French author Victor Hugo and first published in 1901. The story takes place in 17th century France during the reign of Louis XIII and centers around the power struggle between two men: Cardinal Richelieu, the powerful and cunning chief minister of France, and the Duke of Buckingham, a daring and impetuous English nobleman.The title of the book refers to the red robe worn by Richelieu as a cardinal and the grey robe worn by Buckingham as a member of the English parliament. The two men are bitter enemies and their rivalry comes to a head when Buckingham sets out to rescue his lover, the Queen of France, from the clutches of Richelieu. The novel is filled with political intrigue, romance, and adventure as the two men engage in a deadly game of cat and mouse.Hugo's writing is known for its vivid descriptions and emotional depth, and Red Robe and Grey Robe is no exception. The novel is a thrilling and suspenseful read, full of memorable characters and gripping plot twists. It is also a fascinating glimpse into the history and politics of 17th century France, as well as a commentary on the nature of power and ambition.Overall, Red Robe and Grey Robe: Or Richelieu Defied is a classic work of historical fiction that is sure to captivate readers with its thrilling plot, vivid characters, and rich historical detail.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.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers2.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/16/569/951/1165699516_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "45.95", "online_price" : "45.95", "our_price" : "45.95", "club_price" : "45.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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