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The Decree Of Duke Deodonato is a novel written by the English author, Anthony Hope. The story is set in the fictional kingdom of Rilena, where Duke Deodonato is the ruler. He is known for his wisdom and fairness in administering justice. One day, he issues a decree that all the young men in the kingdom must marry before they turn thirty, or else they will be punished.The protagonist of the story is a young man named Osbert who is in love with a woman named Rosamund. However, they are both hesitant to get married due to financial constraints. Osbert's friend, Sir John, advises him to seek the help of Duke Deodonato, who might be able to help them.Osbert and Rosamund visit the Duke, who is impressed by their love for each other. He decides to help them by providing them with a loan to start their life together. However, he also reminds them of the decree and urges them to get married before it's too late.The story follows Osbert and Rosamund as they navigate their way through their financial struggles and try to fulfill the Duke's decree. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles that test their love and commitment to each other.The Decree Of Duke Deodonato is a heartwarming tale of love, loyalty, and the power of human connection. It is a classic novel that has stood the test of time and continues to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Comedies of Courtship, by Anthony Hope. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141791274X.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.