These Old Shades
These Old Shades (1926) is a historical romance written by British novelist Georgette Heyer. The novel is set around 1755: Heyer refers to the Duke of Avon's participation in the 1745 uprising as ten years previous; in addition the Prince of Condé is said to be about 20 years old. However, she also refers to Madame de Pompadour as actively involved with Louis XV, whereas her relationship with the King ended at about 1750.
1927 edition (with same cover as first edition) | |
| Author | Georgette Heyer |
|---|---|
| Cover artist | SG Hulme Beaman |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Georgian, Romance |
| Publisher | William Heinemann |
Publication date | 1926 |
| Media type | Print (hardback & paperback) |
| Pages | 352 pp |
| Preceded by | The Black Moth |
| Followed by | Devil's Cub |
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