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by Alexandre Dumas · 1802–1870
"The Hero of the People: A Historical Romance of Love, Liberty and Loyalty" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution, focusing on the events surrounding the royal family and the populace's response to their rule. The story introduces several characters, including a locksmith and a gunsmith, who engage in conversations that unveil the revolutionary fervor and class tensions of the time. The opening of the novel sets the scene in France during the Revolution, highlighting the moment when King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette return to Paris amid rising unrest. Through the eyes of various characters, the text explores their emotions and motivations, painting a vivid picture of life during this significant historical moment. A locksmith and a gunsmith engage over wine, discussing recent events with a mix of camaraderie and tension while suggesting their involvement in the broader narrative of revolution and loyalty. This sets the stage for a rich exploration of the struggles between the monarchy and the people's quest for freedom.
Summary generated automatically by Project Gutenberg.
- Read time
- 359 min
- Words
- 78,981
- Chapters
- 38
- Paragraphs
- 2,812
- Price
- Free
- France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction
- Historical fiction
- Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793 -- Fiction
“Have not the King and the people agreed and is not the recall of Minister Necker arranged?”
„Haben sich nicht der König und das Volk geeinigt und ist die Rückberufung des Ministers Necker nicht beschlossen?“
About the author
Alexandre Dumas1802–1870
Alexandre Dumas, born in 1802 in Villers-Cotterêts and died in 1870 in Dieppe, was a prolific French novelist and playwright.
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Book details
- Original language
- English
- Translation
- German, machine translation
- Source text
- Project Gutenberg #42681
- Licence
- Public domain worldwide
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