PETER ABELARD-A Novel by HELEN WADDELL-1933 Literary Guild-Excellent Hardcover!

Description: Hi! You're looking at an excellent condition book which is a classic novel written by author HELEN WADDELL--the book is a HARDCOVER with no dustjacket. This book is in excellent condition and has some very light scuffs and discolored spots on the covers, a very light forward list of the spine edge, a tiny owner's name on the blank first page, a slight exposure of the binding cheesecloth between the first and second pages but NO loose pages or binding compromise, slight dings on the spine tips and just very light shelfwear and slight evidence of gentle browsing but NO other significant imperfections! The book is titled Peter Abelard and it was written by HELEN WADDELL; it was published by The Literary Guild in 1933.The story of Heloise and Abelard is one of the most famous love stories of all time. He was a famous philosopher in 12th Century Paris and she was a gifted scholar. He takes on the role of her tutor and the two fall passionately in love. Heloise’s Uncle arranges for them to be married in secret but his motives are far from kind. He arranges a brutal attack on Abelard which leaves him a broken man. Both Heloise and Peter take holy orders but although separated physically their love for each other lasts for the rest of their lives.First published in 1933 and a huge bestseller in its time, Helen Waddell’s novel tells their story with an intoxicating mix of drama and sensitivity and her own extensive scholarly research allows her to portray 12th France with astonishing vigor. A fantastic find, and a beautiful copy of this book!Thanks for looking, and good luck if you're bidding! Also be sure to check out all of my other great books currently listed on ebay auctions--I can combine shipping for multiple purchases!

Price: 12.5 USD

Location: Williamsport, Pennsylvania

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Shipping Cost: 5.75 USD