The Golden Lion of Granpere is a novel written by Anthony Trollope. The story is set in the small village of Granpere in France, where a family-run inn called The Golden Lion is the center of the community. The inn is owned by the Voss family, who are struggling to keep the business afloat. The story follows the lives of the Voss family members, including the patriarch, old Pierre Voss, his son, George Voss, and his daughter, Marie Voss.The novel explores the themes of love, loyalty, and family relationships. George Voss falls in love with a wealthy Englishwoman named Madeline Stowe, but his father disapproves of the match. Meanwhile, Marie Voss is courted by a young man named Felix Graham, who is also in love with Madeline Stowe. As the relationships between the characters develop, tensions rise and conflicts arise, ultimately leading to a dramatic conclusion.The Golden Lion of Granpere is a classic example of Trollope's style of writing, which is characterized by his attention to detail and his ability to create complex characters. The novel is also notable for its vivid descriptions of the French countryside and its portrayal of the customs and traditions of the rural French community. Overall, The Golden Lion of Granpere is a timeless tale of love and family that continues to captivate readers today.1872. Prolific English writer of novels dealing with Victorian life. The Golden Lion of Granpere was written when Trollope was at the height of his popularity. Set in a village in the Vosges mountains in northeastern France, this short, yet entertaining novel concerns Marie Bromar who, following the death of her mother, goes to live with the Voss family at the Lion d'Or hotel. Over a period of several years she and George Voss fall in love, but George's father Michel forbids them to marry. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
