Cliff princess

Author: Madame de la Fayette

Arabic and English version

The Princess of Cliff novel is one of the most prominent books that deal with human feelings and their complexities. It was at this time that Marie-Madeleine Pioche de la Verne, or Countess de la Fayette, wrote her magnum opus, which can be considered a profound study of aristocratic life.

The author describes the royal court society; In this world of secrets, speech does not seem to be the best way to communicate; There are other languages and modes of expression that can replace it. It is the language of eyes and silence. In this novel, what is not said is very important and can be ranked first. It is the language of choice for the characters who live in a sealed place, the court of King Henry II. And so the most tense moments occur in stifling silence, an awkward silence that leads to a tragic end for some of the characters. The Princess of Cliff novel remains throughout the ages, an interesting novel, especially what was not said through its pages, and this would allow readers to add, discuss and analyze, each according to his opinion.