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"The story of the charismatic woman who was the inspiration behind Petrarch's sublime love poetry. Solange LeBlanc begins life in the tempestuous streets of 14th century Avignon, a city of men dominated by the Pope and his palace. When her mother, a harlot, dies in childbirth, Solange is raised by Benedictines who believe she has the gift of clairvoyance. Trained as a scribe, but troubled by disturbing visions and tempted by a more carnal life, she escapes to Avignon, where she becomes entangled in a love triangle with the poet Petrarch, becoming not only his muse but also his lover. Later,…
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3 editions · 2 languages- Paperback · English · 2014Anchor Canada · 336 pages · 9780385668231
- Other · English · 2013Doubleday Canada · 324 pages · 9780385668217
- Other · French · 2015Hurtubise · 441 pages · 9782897234072
Avignon (France)EnglischRomanRomans, nouvellesHistoireHistoryFictionFiction, historical, general





