Todellinen aatelismies: Historiallinen romaani

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Weyman, Stanley John, 1855-1928

Contributor:

Jaakkola, Väinö, 1888-1942

Standardized Title:

A Gentleman of France. Finnish

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Todellinen aatelismies: Historiallinen romaani" by Stanley John Weyman is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set during the tumultuous late 16th century, focusing on the life of de Marsac, a nobleman facing overwhelming adversities, including financial ruin and social humiliation, against the backdrop of political intrigue in France. The narrative delves into themes of honor, loyalty, and the struggle for redemption amidst the challenges posed by his circumstances. The opening of the novel introduces us to de Marsac, whose fortunes have plummeted following the death of his protector, Condé. As he grapples with poverty and the loss of his former status, we witness his attempts to regain footing by appealing to King Henry of Navarre. We see his determination to maintain his dignity, even as he experiences public humiliation. The scene establishes the stakes as de Marsac receives an unexpected summons from the king, leading to the revelation of a perilous adventure that will challenge his honor and resourcefulness. The tone and context set by Weyman hint at a compelling journey filled with action, romance, and a quest for personal redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

Reading ease score: 39.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-09-27