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Footsteps of Fate

Footsteps of Fate

Di: Louis Couperus
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In the gripping novel Footsteps of Fate, we delve into the complex friendship between two young Dutchmen, Frank and Bertie, navigating life in London. When Bertie arrives destitute at Franks doorstep, he finds refuge and soon indulges in a lavish lifestyle, all at Franks expense. However, everything changes when Frank meets Eva during a holiday in Norway and decides to marry her. As Eva wrestles with her feelings about Berties deep affection for Frank, tensions rise, and Frank is torn between his two relationships. Ultimately, he learns that the path of life is often dictated by forces beyond our control. Originally published in Dutch as Noodlot, this is the first English translation of celebrated novelist Louis Couperuss work. - Summary by Philip BensonCopyright Culture and Heritage classics Scienze sociali Teatro e spettacoli
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