Vierzig Jahre aus dem Leben eines Toten. Band 1 : Hinterlassene Papiere eines französisch-deutschen Offiziers

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Friederich, Johann Konrad, 1789-1858

Contributor:

Rauscher, Ulrich, 1884-1930

Language:

German

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Vierzig Jahre aus dem Leben eines Toten. Band 1" by Johann Konrad Friederich is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers on the life of Friedrich, a French-Prussian officer, recounting his experiences as he navigates through significant historical events, particularly during the tumultuous times of the French Revolution and the rise of Napoleon. The story delves into both personal and societal struggles, illustrating the changing world around him. The opening portion introduces the protagonist's early days, beginning with his baptism in Frankfurt on the same day the Bastille was stormed, establishing a connection between his life and the revolutionary events unfolding in Europe. The narrative quickly moves through significant milestones in his childhood, such as the last German coronation and the complex relationships involving his family, including a notable connection to the famous poet Goethe. The author employs a vivid and detailed style, peppered with anecdotes involving notable historical figures, like Voltaire and the Rothschild family, setting a rich backdrop for the protagonist's journey through Europe as he later recounts his military experiences and romantic escapades throughout the Napoleonic Wars. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jens Sadowski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2019-11-17