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Fischer, Henry W. (Henry William)
1856
1932
Fischer, Henry William Hubert
Fisher, Henry W. (Henry William)
Eppinghoven, Ursula, Gräfin von
Eppinghoven, Ursula, Grafin von
16003765
The Secret Memoirs of Bertha Krupp
From the Papers and Diaries of Chief Gouvernante Baroness D'Alteville
Produced by Al Haines
"The Secret Memoirs of Bertha Krupp" by Henry W. Fischer is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life of Bertha Krupp, the heiress of the powerful Krupp industrial empire, and her complex relationships with influential figures like the Kaiser. It explores themes of power, ambition, and the entanglements of family and politics during a turbulent historical period. The opening of the novel presents a vivid scene set in 1902, centering around Villa Huegel, the home of Frederick Krupp, a prominent figure in the arms industry. The narrative introduces the militaristic atmosphere of the time, with a focus on Bertha's father and the looming figure of the Kaiser, who seeks to manipulate family ties for his political agenda. As Frederick Krupp contemplates his legacy, the Kaiser reveals his desire to shape Bertha’s future, which foreshadows the battles over control of the Krupp works and Bertha's own autonomy. This establishes a backdrop of tension and intrigue, hinting at a heavy burden placed on the young heiress. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Krupp, Bertha, 1886-1957 -- Fiction
William II, German Emperor, 1859-1941 -- Fiction
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