The Court Jester by Cornelia Baker

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Author Baker, Cornelia, 1855-1930
Illustrator Deveneau, Margaret H.
Illustrator Webb, Margaret Ely, 1877-1965
Title The Court Jester
Note Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Court Jester" by Cornelia Baker is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Le Glorieux, a court jester in the late 15th century who navigates the complex dynamics of the royal court following the death of Duke Charles the Bold. As the narrative unfolds, the characters are drawn into the political intrigues surrounding the young Duchess Anne of Brittany and her relationships with other European powers, particularly with the young Lady Marguerite of Hapsburg, who becomes a significant figure due to her royal lineage. At the start of the novel, the jester, Le Glorieux, is introduced in a comedic light as he engages with the querulous dowager duchess, providing levity through his antics and witty repartee. His excitement grows as he learns he is to accompany the Lady Clotilde to Brittany, where he hopes to escape the monotony of court life. However, the opening chapters quickly establish a setting filled with tension as royal politics are at play. Characters like Antoine, a young page, and Marguerite, the granddaughter of an emperor, hint at deeper narratives of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for safety amidst the backdrop of shifting allegiances and impending conflicts. The whimsical exchanges of the jester contrast sharply with the serious stakes of political power, setting the stage for a tale rich in both humor and historical intricacies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject France -- History -- 15th century -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 34460
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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