| Author |
Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870 |
| Translator |
Kivimäki, Urho, 1889-1958 |
| Title |
Templen vangit : Romaani Ranskan vallankumuksesta
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| Original Publication |
Hämeenlinna: Arvi A. Karisto Oy, 1927.
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| Series Title |
Alexandre Dumas'n historialliset romaanit, 13
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| Note |
Sequel to Marseljeesi, #73968.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 42.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Templen vangit: Romaani Ranskan vallankumouksesta" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the chaotic and tumultuous events surrounding the French Revolution, specifically focusing on the fate of the royal family and the grim consequences of the uprising. The narrative weaves together the experiences of key figures, such as King Louis XVI, his wife Marie Antoinette, and their loyal servants amidst the mayhem. The opening of the book sets a dramatic tone, illustrating the violent overthrow of the monarchy as the people storm the palace, incited by a mixture of rage and desperation. We are introduced to the intense atmosphere within the Tuileries, where cries for justice escalate into bloody chaos. Amidst the turmoil, characters like the noblewomen fleeing from the rioters and the devoted royal servants reveal the personal stakes involved in the political unrest. Dumas paints a vivid picture of the impact of revolution on individuals, inviting readers to explore themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the stark reality of power in a time of upheaval. (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 |
France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74824 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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