The Heart of Princess Osra
The Heart of Princess Osra is an 1896 novel by Anthony Hope, serving as a prequel to his earlier work, The Prisoner of Zenda. Set in the fictional Germanic kingdom of Ruritania during the 1730s, it comprises linked short stories centered on Princess Osra and her romantic entanglements. The narrative explores themes of love, honor, and personal sacrifice, as various suitors undertake extraordinary acts for her admiration, highlighting the complexities of romance within royal expectations. This work is notable for its influence on the Ruritanian romance genre.
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“I have known the sun when I saw it, even though clouds dimmed its face.””
— Anthony Hope
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