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Gustav Adolf's Page (1917)

Gustav Adolf's Page (1917)

Meyer, Conrad Ferdinand
Roulston, Robert Bruce

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ISBN10: 1437072585
ISBN13: 9781437072587
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Oct 1 2008
Pages: 200
Weight: 0.60
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Gustav Adolf�������s Page is a historical fiction novel written by Conrad Ferdinand Meyer and originally published in 1917. The book tells the story of a young boy named Carl von Weimar who becomes a page to the Swedish king, Gustav II Adolf, during the Thirty Years������� War in the 17th century.As Carl serves the king, he is exposed to the harsh realities of war and the political intrigues of the time. He witnesses battles, sieges, and diplomatic negotiations, and becomes embroiled in a plot to assassinate the king. Along the way, he also falls in love with a young woman named Maria, who is the daughter of a nobleman and a fellow servant in the royal court.The novel is rich in historical detail and offers a vivid portrayal of life during the Thirty Years������� War. It explores themes of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice, as well as the complexities of political power and the impact of war on ordinary people.Meyer�������s writing style is elegant and lyrical, with a strong emphasis on character development and psychological depth. The book has been praised for its historical accuracy and its ability to transport readers to another time and place. It remains a classic of German literature and a beloved work of historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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