L. Muhlbach

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Prince Eugene and His Times BOOK VI (eBook, ePUB)

Beschreibung

Prince Eugene and His Times BOOK VI explores the complex interplay of political ambition, personal desires, and the struggles for power within the French court. The novel delves into the tension between love, betrayal, and revenge, as various characters, particularly the Countess of Soissons, manipulate situations for personal gain. The countess's ambitions for power and her pursuit of a lost romance with Louis XIV drive much of the conflict, illustrating the emotional and political challenges at court. Prince Eugene, though a prominent figure, is portrayed as someone caught between the weight of familial expectations and the desire for personal recognition. His relationships, especially with his mother, highlight the internal struggles of living up to the legacy of his lineage while seeking his own path. Through the depiction of these characters and their interactions, the narrative examines themes of manipulation, ambition, and the sacrifices made for love and power. As the story unfolds, the reader witnesses how personal and political conflicts shape the fates of those involved in the turbulent world of the French court.

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Autor

Louise M hlbach, the pen name of Clara Mundt (1814-1873), was a prolific German author renowned for her historical novels. Born on January 2, 1814, in Neubrandenburg, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Germany, she married Theodore Mundt, a literary critic and author. This marriage significantly influenced her literary career, providing her with access to intellectual circles and literary discussions of the time. M hlbach is best known for her novels that vividly depict 18th-century and 19th-century European history. She adeptly blended historical facts with fictionalized personal drama, making her works both engaging and accessible. Some of her most notable novels include Joseph II and His Court, Frederick the Great and His Court, Marie Antoinette and Her Son, and Old Fritz and the New Era. These novels often focused on significant historical figures and events, bringing them to life through vivid characterizations and intricate plots. M hlbach s novels are characterized by rich historical detail, though she often took creative liberties with facts for dramatic effect. Her works reflect the intellectual currents of her time, particularly the influences of the Enlightenment and Romanticism. She emphasized themes of individualism, heroism, and the complexities of historical change.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789369428267
• Artikelnr.: 73570640