The Letters of Abelard and Heloise - (Mint Editions) by Peter Abelard (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Soon after meeting near the famed city of love, Paris, <b> Heloise</b>and <b>Abelard</b> fall into a deep and passionate love. <b>Abelard </b> is a well-known man and famous teacher; his students are considered to be lucky to study with him. <b>Heloise, </b> however, surpasses his other students with her multi-linguicism and impressive scholarship. Whether it be fate or their mutual intelligence, <b>Heloise</b> and <b>Abelard</b> make a quick connection. Since <b>Heloise</b> is one of <b>Abelard's</b> pupils, the love quickly invites scandal. When Fulbert, <b>Heloise's</b> uncle and sole guardian, discovers their romance, he forbids it. The two lovers continue their affair in secret, but it becomes impossible to hide when <b>Heloise</b> gets pregnant. After the birth of their son, <b>Heloise</b> is sent away to live in a convent, and <b>Abelard</b> soon follows her suit, becoming a monk after a violent run-in with Fulbert and his friends. Each struggle with their own religious journey, one born from necessity and shelter, the other from devotion. Though apart, <b>Heloise</b> and <b>Abelard</b> try to stay in touch and sustain their love, despite the public scandal and unfavorable odds. </p> <p> Told through a series of letters, witness the intimacy of this 12th century romance. Filled with scandal, passion, and emotion, <i>The Letters of Abelard and Heloise</i> gives readers a personal view into the famed and real-life relationship of <b>Abelard</b> and <b>Heloise.</b> This classic romance has since inspired love stories, while <b>Abelard</b> and <b>Heloise</b> remain legends in French history, and fascinating characters of history. <b>Heloise's</b> embodiment of feminist values provide much needed representation in classic literature. </p> <p>With a brilliant new cover design and a readable font, <i>The Letters of Abelard and Heloise</i> not only tells the true and dramatic story of a forbidden romance, but also offers insight into Middle Age culture and religious life. </p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p><b>When Heloise, a brilliant young woman, goes to study under a widely respected scholar, Peter Abelard, a forbidden and passionate romance blossoms. </b>Set in 12th century France, <i> The Letters of Abelard and Heloise, </i> written by <b>Peter Abelard</b> and <b> Heloise, </b> depict a real-life romance between a teacher and his student. Quickly forbidden by <b>Heloise's</b> uncle, Fulbert, <b>Abelard</b> and <b>Heloise</b> must find ways to nurture their love and overcome scandal. </p>
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