Tekla: A Romance of Love and War by Robert Barr
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| Author | Barr, Robert, 1850-1912 |
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| Title | Tekla: A Romance of Love and War |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Tekla: A Romance of Love and War" by Robert Barr is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of medieval intrigue, the story revolves around the character of Rodolph, the young Emperor, who embarks on a clandestine journey to Treves, where he is warned against the manipulations of powerful nobles. The tale intricately weaves themes of love, loyalty, and the complexity of war, particularly focusing on the beautiful Countess Tekla and her predicament amidst the political machinations of the era. The opening of the novel introduces us to the youthful Emperor Rodolph, who is traveling in disguise to observe his domain and gauge the loyalty of the Archbishop of Treves. Alongside his trusted companion, Baron Siegfried, he arrives at Treves, only to find himself amidst an elaborate procession of the Archbishop and his entourage, which stirs a passionate interest in the Countess Tekla, who rides alongside them. As intrigue unfolds, Rodolph's motivations grow more complicated, especially as he navigates his feelings towards Tekla while grappling with the political tensions in Treves. The stakes are raised with hints of potential treachery and the looming challenges of both love and military conflict, setting the stage for a gripping romantic adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51717 |
| Release Date | Apr 10, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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