Adventures of the Comte de la Muette during the Reign of Terror by Bernard Capes
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| Author | Capes, Bernard, 1854-1918 |
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| Title | Adventures of the Comte de la Muette during the Reign of Terror |
| Alternate Title | The Comte de la Muette |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: WILLIAM BLACKWOOD AND SONS,1898. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer |
| Summary | "Adventures of the Comte de la Muette during the Reign of Terror" by Bernard Capes is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story takes place during the tumultuous times of the French Revolution, focusing on the life of Jean-Louis, the comte de la Muette, as he navigates the dangers and moral complexities of the Reign of Terror. The main character is shaped by a conflicting world of revolutionary fervor and personal survival, which draws readers into the chaos of a society in upheaval. The opening of the novel introduces us to Jean-Louis, who wakes up in the company of his debauched friend Casimir Bertrand, a political figure caught up in the fervent revolutionary spirit. Their conversation touches on the threats to their safety amid the volatile atmosphere of Paris, where violence is rampant as the revolutionary fervor turns into chaos. The narrative immerses us in the urgency and uncertainty of the era, highlighting the characters' conflicting desires for pleasure, survival, and a sense of morality amidst the horrors of the political landscape. As the story unfolds, themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the human condition during tumultuous times begin to emerge, setting the stage for a gripping exploration of life during the Reign of Terror. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 69579 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2022 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 16, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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