Author |
Samarow, Gregor, 1829-1903 |
Title |
Der Todesgruß der Legionen, 2. Band
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Alternate Title |
Todesgruss der Legionen, 2. Band
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Credits |
Produced by PG Distributed Proofreaders
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Summary |
"Der Todesgruß der Legionen, 2. Band" by Gregor Samarow is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative is set against a backdrop of political intrigue, discussing the challenges faced by exiled Hanoverian officials as they attempt to secure the future of their homeland amidst shifting allegiances and military concerns. The opening of the book introduces readers to a conversation in a hotel salon in Paris, where key characters such as Herr Meding and Graf von Chaudordy engage in discussions about the failed attempts to establish a colony in Algeria for émigré Hanoverians. They express their frustrations over the inability to maintain military support for the king, reflecting on the broader implications for their political identities and ambitions. As the dialogue progresses, a sense of urgency is palpable; the characters grapple with their uncertain prospects, highlighting themes of loyalty, exodus, and the struggle for existence. The atmosphere is charged with doubt and the foreboding sense of political upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
German |
LoC Class |
DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany
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LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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Subject |
Historical fiction
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Subject |
Georg V, King of Hannover, 1819-1878 -- Fiction
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Subject |
Prussia (Germany) -- History -- 1815-1870 -- Fiction
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Subject |
Hannover (Germany : Province) -- History -- Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
13658 |
Release Date |
Oct 6, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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