| Author |
Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870 |
| Author |
Maquet, Auguste, 1813-1888 |
| Translator |
Hämeen-Anttila, Väinö, 1878-1942 |
| Title |
Bragelonnen varakreivi eli Muskettisoturien viimeiset urotyöt II (2)
Historiallinen romaani Ludvig XIV:n hovista
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 43.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Note |
Translation of second part of: Le vicomte de Bragelonne.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Bragelonnen varakreivi eli Muskettisoturien viimeiset urotyöt II" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical novel set during the reign of Louis XIV. This work explores the intrigues and social dynamics of the French court, centering around characters like D'Artagnan and his friends, who are deeply intertwined in love, rivalry, and friendship. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to an evening gathering at Madame's residence, reflecting the vibrant social life of the court. Various characters prepare for the event, which promises lively conversations and entertainment, a stark contrast to the tensions underlying their relationships. The scene is lively with the arrival of important figures, such as Monsieur and de Guiche, and we witness playful banter and social competition, particularly involving Madame as she deftly navigates the flirtations and ambitions of those around her. As the evening unfolds, the characters engage in witty interactions, revealing their motivations and the intricate web of courtly politics that Dumas is famous for weaving. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
53872 |
| Release Date |
Jan 2, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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