Author |
Samarow, Gregor, 1829-1903 |
Title |
Der Todesgruß der Legionen, 3. Band
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Alternate Title |
Todesgruss der Legionen, 3. Band
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Credits |
Produced by PG Distributed Proofreaders
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Summary |
"Der Todesgruß der Legionen, 3. Band" by Gregor Samarow is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative appears to center around the political turmoil and intrigue during the reign of Napoleon III, as seen through the eyes and experiences of its characters, especially the Emperor himself, who grapples with the challenges of conspiracies and public opinion. At the start of the book, the emperor Napoleon III is depicted in a state of agitation as he paces his cabinet, deeply concerned about the outcomes of a plebiscite and a conspiracy threatening his life. He is portrayed as a man caught between a sense of impending doom and the hope for a favorable referendum that would reinforce his power. As he reflects on various telegrams reporting public sentiment and the looming dangers, the plot hints at the dramatic political machinations unfolding in France, including potential unrest tied to radical elements and the military's allegiance to him. This opening sets a tense and foreboding tone for the events to follow, as characters navigate loyalties and threats in a precarious political landscape. (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. |
13659 |
Release Date |
Oct 6, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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