Josef Balsamo: Historiallinen romaani Ludvig XV:n hovista by Dumas and Maquet

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Author Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870
Author Maquet, Auguste, 1813-1888
Translator Lehtonen, Joel, 1881-1934
Title Josef Balsamo: Historiallinen romaani Ludvig XV:n hovista
Credits E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Josef Balsamo: Historiallinen romaani Ludvig XV:n hovista" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the intrigues and intrigues of King Louis XV's court, primarily focusing on the enigmatic figure of Josef Balsamo, who is also known as the Count of Cagliostro. Through his adventures, the narrative explores themes of power, ambition, and the shifting dynamics of French society on the brink of revolution. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to Gilbert, a young man fleeing from a tumultuous situation as he journeys to Paris in search of a new life. As he wanders through the forests, he reflects on his struggles with poverty and his desire for freedom, while contemplating the ideal of equality he has read about in the works of Jean Jacques Rousseau. His path crosses with a mysterious old man who is knowledgeable about botany and possesses an aura of wisdom. The two engage in a meaningful conversation about life, freedom, and aspirations, revealing Gilbert's ambitious nature and his determination to carve a place for himself in the world. This sets the stage for the unfolding events that intertwine Gilbert with Balsamo and the court's labyrinthine politics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793 -- Fiction
Subject Cagliostro, Alessandro, conte di, 1743-1795 -- Fiction
Subject Du Barry, Jeanne Bécu, comtesse, 1743-1793 -- Fiction
Subject France -- History -- Louis XV, 1715-1774 -- Fiction
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