Kuninkaan toverit by Charles Deslys
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| Author | Deslys, Charles, 1821-1885 |
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| Translator | Yrjö-Koskinen, Yrjö Sakari, 1830-1903 |
| Uniform Title | Les compères du roy. Finnish |
| Title | Kuninkaan toverit |
| Note | Reading ease score: 44.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Kuninkaan toverit" by Charles Deslys is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in 15th-century France and revolves around the intrigues of King Louis XI, particularly focusing on the colorful characters surrounding him, including the clever poet François Villon. The novel promises to explore themes of friendship, survival, and the complex world of nobility versus commoners through the lens of humorous and dramatic storytelling. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to Master Klaus Gringonnaux, a wealthy vintner, as he prepares for a grand feast, anxiously awaiting an important guest. In a bustling kitchen, we meet the famous chef Tailleverd, whose quirky nature brings an element of humor to the high-stakes atmosphere. As the story unfolds, hints of a larger intrigue surrounding King Louis XI begin to appear, particularly when the notorious poet François Villon makes his entrance, contributing to the ensuing chaos with his witty remarks and escapades. The narrative sets up an engaging blend of rich characterization and historical context, drawing readers into the vibrant world of 15th-century France. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | France -- History -- Louis XI, 1461-1483 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Louis XI, King of France, 1423-1483 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Charles, Duke of Burgundy, 1433-1477 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35340 |
| Release Date | Feb 21, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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