The Vicomte de Bragelonne: The End and Beginning of an Era by John Bursey
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| Author | Bursey, John |
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| Title | The Vicomte de Bragelonne: The End and Beginning of an Era |
| Alternate Title | Project Gutenberg Dumas Commentary |
| Note |
This work is a commentary on the Dumas novel The Vicomte de Bragelonne, available at Project Gutenberg:
#18997 (Illustrated HTML file) #2609 (Plain HTML file) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Dudley P. Duck |
| Summary | "The Vicomte de Bragelonne: The End and Beginning of an Era" by John Bursey is a historical novel likely written in the mid-19th century, specifically during the late 1800s. This book serves as the concluding volume of the D’Artagnan Romances, following the legendary adventures of D'Artagnan and his fellow musketeers. The narrative captures the transition of virtues and the shifting dynamics of power and loyalty in France as it edges into a new era under the reign of Louis XIV. In this installment, the beloved musketeers find themselves divided and confronted with the complexities of their evolving relationships, ideals, and allegiances. D’Artagnan embodies loyalty, Athos represents nobility, Porthos signifies strength, and Aramis embodies cunning, reflecting the virtues they have come to symbolize throughout their exploits. As attrition takes its toll, the novel portrays their personal trials interwoven with political intrigue as Louis XIV consolidates power, capturing the essence of a bygone era marked by heroism, tragedy, and disillusionment. The overarching themes revolve around the loss of noble virtues in favor of a more corrupt and cunning political landscape, ultimately leading to heart-wrenching moments as the characters confront their destinies, creating a rich tapestry that illustrates both the historical context and the poignant emotional landscapes of its characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870. Vicomte de Bragelonne |
| Subject | Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870 -- Criticism and interpretation |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3010 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 9, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 103 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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