La Princesse de Cl�ves

"La Princesse de Clèves" is a classic French novel written by Madame de La Fayette (Mme. de Lafayette). Published in 1678, it is considered one of the earliest novels in Western literature and a significant work of French classical literature. The story is set in the 16th century and revolves around the character of Mademoiselle de Chartres, a young noblewoman who becomes the Princess of Clèves after her marriage. The novel explores themes of love, duty, and the conflicts between personal d...