Feudal tyrants; or, The Counts of Carlsheim and Sargans, volume 4 (of 4)

"Feudal Tyrants; or, The Counts of Carlsheim and Sargans" by M. G. Lewis is a romance novel written in the early 19th century. This volume, part of a four-volume set, delves into themes of feudal power struggles and romantic entanglements, focusing on characters such as Henry of Montfort, his lost love Ida, and other nobles entangled in duty and desire amidst a backdrop of intrigue and betrayal. The opening of the fourth volume sets the stage for a complex narrative involving Henry's tumultuous journey as he navigates his identity as a nobleman, the claims to his inheritance, and his passionate connections with both Ida, a countess, and Elizabeth, another noblewoman. We witness Henry's emotional turmoil as he grapples with love, betrayal, and familial loyalty. At the start, the text introduces Count Egbert's malicious actions towards Henry, revealing a rich tapestry of hidden identities and romantic promises that are under threat from the intrigues of the feudal world. As various characters pursue their desires against the backdrop of social constraints, readers are drawn into a tale of love, loss, and the quest for honor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Benedikte Naubert was a German writer who anonymously published more than 50 historical novels and is considered a pioneer of the genre in the 1780s. Naubert wrote under the pseudonyms Verfasser des Walther von Montbarry, Verfasser der Alme, Verfasserin des Walther von Montbarry, and Fontanges. Today she is largely unknown, even in Germany.