The Abbatial Crosier; Or, Bonaik and Septimine. a Tale of a Medieval Abbess
1908
The Abbatial Crosier; Or, Bonaik and Septimine. a Tale of a Medieval Abbess
1908
Translated by Daniel De Leon
The Abbatial Crosier; Or, Bonaik and Septimine is a historical novel by Eugène Sue, first published in 1908, and part of the series 'The Mysteries of the People.' Set in medieval France, it follows Septimine, a young girl recently freed from slavery, and her relationship with Bonaik, an old goldsmith, amidst the feudal complexities of Gaul. The narrative explores themes of class struggle and societal change during a time marked by conflict between Arabs and Christians, providing insight into the lives of various characters affected by the tumultuous historical backdrop.
