Les Rois by Jules Lemaître

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Author Lemaître, Jules, 1853-1914
Title Les Rois
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Summary "Les Rois" by Jules Lemaître is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of monarchy, social change, and familial duty through the story of King Christian XVI of Alfanie, who, due to age and illness, delegates his powers to his son Hermann, experiencing a profound internal struggle concerning his role as a ruler in a changing world. The opening of "Les Rois" sets the stage for a ceremonial event where King Christian XVI announces the delegation of his royal authority to his son Hermann. During this moment, the king reflects on the challenges and transformations facing the monarchy, including rising social discontent and the expectations placed upon his successor. Hermann comes across as a thoughtful yet troubled figure, grappling with the weight of his newfound responsibilities, his contrasting views on governance compared to his traditionalist father, and his attempts to connect with his wife, Princess Wilhelmine. As the ceremony unfolds, familial dynamics and the tension between personal ideals and public duty begin to emerge, suggesting a complex narrative that will explore the interplay between personal conviction and the responsibilities of leadership in a time of societal upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction
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EBook-No. 14404
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Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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