The Vanished Emperor - Andreae, Percy
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It seems scarcely necessary for the author to explain, as he does in the preface, that the "Emperor Willibald" of his romance is the Emperor William of Germany; that "Prince Ottomarck" is Prince Otto von Bismarck, and so on. A casual acquaintance with the names and the events of the Kaiser's reign must have made the identification ; and there are few newspaper readers who would not have recognised in the strained relations between the Empeior Willibald and his sister, the Princess Margaret, which furnishes the central motive of the story, an imperial quarrel that has long been a public scandal in Berlin.…mehr

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It seems scarcely necessary for the author to explain, as he does in the preface, that the "Emperor Willibald" of his romance is the Emperor William of Germany; that "Prince Ottomarck" is Prince Otto von Bismarck, and so on. A casual acquaintance with the names and the events of the Kaiser's reign must have made the identification ; and there are few newspaper readers who would not have recognised in the strained relations between the Empeior Willibald and his sister, the Princess Margaret, which furnishes the central motive of the story, an imperial quarrel that has long been a public scandal in Berlin.
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Autorenporträt
Percy Andreae is an author who, while not widely known, has made contributions to the literary world with works such as 'The Vanished Emperor.' Within this novel, Andreae explores historical themes and delves into the fictional account of an emperor's mysterious disappearance, a storyline that intertwines elements of mystery with aspects of historical speculation. Andreae's writing style is marked by a meticulous attention to historical detail as well as a narrative drive that keeps readers engaged. Although 'The Vanished Emperor' may be his most recognized work, Percy Andreae's influence in literature extends beyond this single publication. He is recognized for his ability to weave complex narratives that often reflect a deep understanding of human nature and historical contexts. Percy Andreae's contribution to the literary community, while perhaps not as extensive as that of more prolific authors, is nonetheless characterized by a dedication to crafting stories that entice the imagination and challenge readers to think critically about the world around them.