The Book of Princes and Princesses by Mrs. Lang
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| Author | Lang, Mrs. |
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| Editor | Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 |
| Illustrator | Ford, H. J. (Henry Justice), 1860-1941 |
| LoC No. | 08028404 |
| Title | The Book of Princes and Princesses |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Napoleon -- His Majesty the King of Rome -- The Princess Jeanne -- Hacon the King -- Mi reina! mi reina! -- Henriette the siege baby -- The red rose -- The white rose -- Richard the Fearless -- Frederick and Wilhelmine -- Une reine malheureuse -- The 'little queen' -- Two little girls and their mother -- The troubles of the Princess Elizabeth. |
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| Summary | "The Book of Princes and Princesses" by Mrs. Lang is a collection of historical tales aimed at engaging young readers with exciting and true stories about royalty, written in the early 20th century. The book seeks to bridge the gap between the enchanting world of fairy tales and the often less fantastical reality of historical figures, making learning about history entertaining. Throughout its pages, readers are introduced to notable historical figures such as Napoleon Bonaparte and various princes and princesses, exploring their adventures, challenges, and often turbulent lives. At the start of the book, the author presents Napoleon Bonaparte's early life, highlighting his Corsican upbringing and ambitious nature. The narrative details his childhood experiences, his relationships with his siblings, and the significant events leading to his rise as a military leader. It introduces personal anecdotes that shape his character, illustrating both his talents and shortcomings, alongside the intricacies of royal expectations faced by princes like his son, the King of Rome. This opening portion aims to captivate young readers by blending historical accuracy with relatable themes about ambition, family dynamics, and the burdens of nobility. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Princes |
| Subject | Princesses |
| Subject | Europe -- Kings and rulers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46145 |
| Release Date | Jun 30, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jul 2, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 131 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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