The Star of La Rochelle: Being the True Story of the Life of Esther Leroy, Wife of Gabriel Bernon, 1652-1710

The Star of La Rochelle is a historical novel that tells the true story of Esther Leroy, the wife of Gabriel Bernon, a wealthy Huguenot merchant who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The book is set in La Rochelle, a port city in France, and follows Esther's life from her childhood as a Protestant in a Catholic country to her marriage to Gabriel and their subsequent move to the American colonies.The novel explores the challenges that Esther faced as a woman, a Huguenot, and a foreigner in a new land. It also delves into the politics and religious tensions of the time, including the persecution of the Huguenots and the struggle for control of the American colonies between the French and the English.Through Esther's story, the author provides a glimpse into the lives of women during this period, as well as the experiences of the Huguenots and the early settlers of America. The book is based on extensive research and includes historical details and events that add depth and authenticity to the narrative.Overall, The Star of La Rochelle is a compelling and well-written novel that offers a fascinating look at a little-known period of history and the remarkable life of Esther Leroy.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.