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Title: The Youth of the Great Elector
Note: Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Valerine Blas and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Youth of the Great Elector" by L. Mühlbach is a historical romance likely written in the early 20th century. The novel centers around George William, the Elector of Brandenburg, as he navigates the turbulent political landscape of 17th-century Germany, grappling with challenges to his authority from both internal factions and external pressures. The opening portion introduces the Elector, depicted as a man under considerable stress, as he grapples with a contentious letter from the lords of Cleves who desire to appoint his son as their stadtholder. His irritation is palpable as he prepares to confront the deputies to assert his position against their demands. The narrative dives into the political intrigues surrounding his rule, showcasing his interactions with both the nobility and citizens, illustrating the complexities of governance during a time of conflict. The Elector's conflicted emotions about his responsibilities and the welfare of his territories are evident, setting the stage for a rich exploration of power, duty, and familial bonds as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mühlbach, L. (Luise), 1814-1873
Translator: Smith, Mary Stuart Harrison, 1834-1917
EBook No.: 13295
Published: Aug 26, 2004
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Friedrich Wilhelm, Elector of Brandenburg, 1620-1688 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Youth of the Great Elector
Note: Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Valerine Blas and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Youth of the Great Elector" by L. Mühlbach is a historical romance likely written in the early 20th century. The novel centers around George William, the Elector of Brandenburg, as he navigates the turbulent political landscape of 17th-century Germany, grappling with challenges to his authority from both internal factions and external pressures. The opening portion introduces the Elector, depicted as a man under considerable stress, as he grapples with a contentious letter from the lords of Cleves who desire to appoint his son as their stadtholder. His irritation is palpable as he prepares to confront the deputies to assert his position against their demands. The narrative dives into the political intrigues surrounding his rule, showcasing his interactions with both the nobility and citizens, illustrating the complexities of governance during a time of conflict. The Elector's conflicted emotions about his responsibilities and the welfare of his territories are evident, setting the stage for a rich exploration of power, duty, and familial bonds as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mühlbach, L. (Luise), 1814-1873
Translator: Smith, Mary Stuart Harrison, 1834-1917
EBook No.: 13295
Published: Aug 26, 2004
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Friedrich Wilhelm, Elector of Brandenburg, 1620-1688 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.