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Title:
The Royal Life Guard; or, the flight of the royal family.
A historical romance of the suppression of the French monarchy
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Summary: "The Royal Life Guard; or, the Flight of the Royal Family" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical romance written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the French Revolution, focusing on significant figures such as King Louis XVI, Queen Marie Antoinette, and the political orator Mirabeau. It explores themes of loyalty, love, and the turmoil surrounding the royal family during a time of great upheaval as they navigate the challenges posed by a changing political landscape. The opening of the novel introduces a France transitioning to a limited monarchy, with King Louis XVI's struggle to maintain control amid rising tension in the population. We find ourselves amidst the political machinations involving Mirabeau, who, despite being a key proponent of royal authority, grapples with the personal tribulations of love and health. As Mirabeau meets with his physician, Dr. Gilbert, they engage in discussions about the royal family’s perilous situation, hinting at the potential for both personal and national catastrophe. The chapter culminates in an impending sense of crisis, as allies and adversaries alike prepare to navigate the turbulent waters of revolution, establishing a rich context for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870
Translator: Williams, Henry Llewellyn, 1842-
EBook No.: 43633
Published: Sep 3, 2013
Downloads: 179
Language: English
Subject: France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction
Subject: Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Royal Life Guard; or, the flight of the royal family.
A historical romance of the suppression of the French monarchy
Credits:
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Ray Wobbe and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Royal Life Guard; or, the Flight of the Royal Family" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical romance written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the French Revolution, focusing on significant figures such as King Louis XVI, Queen Marie Antoinette, and the political orator Mirabeau. It explores themes of loyalty, love, and the turmoil surrounding the royal family during a time of great upheaval as they navigate the challenges posed by a changing political landscape. The opening of the novel introduces a France transitioning to a limited monarchy, with King Louis XVI's struggle to maintain control amid rising tension in the population. We find ourselves amidst the political machinations involving Mirabeau, who, despite being a key proponent of royal authority, grapples with the personal tribulations of love and health. As Mirabeau meets with his physician, Dr. Gilbert, they engage in discussions about the royal family’s perilous situation, hinting at the potential for both personal and national catastrophe. The chapter culminates in an impending sense of crisis, as allies and adversaries alike prepare to navigate the turbulent waters of revolution, establishing a rich context for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870
Translator: Williams, Henry Llewellyn, 1842-
EBook No.: 43633
Published: Sep 3, 2013
Downloads: 179
Language: English
Subject: France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction
Subject: Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.