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The Mysteries Of The Court Of Louis Napoleon (1882)

The Mysteries Of The Court Of Louis Napoleon (1882)

Stirling, John
Zola, Emile

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Military BiographiesFiction AnthologiesFrench History

ISBN10: 1166192997
ISBN13: 9781166192990
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 386
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.80 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Mysteries of the Court of Louis Napoleon is a historical novel written by French author Emile Zola and published in 1882. The book is set in the mid-19th century during the reign of Napoleon III, the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte, who ruled France from 1852 to 1870. The story follows the lives of several characters who are connected to the court of Louis Napoleon, including politicians, aristocrats, and members of the royal family. The novel explores the corruption, intrigue, and scandal that were rampant in the court during this period, as well as the political and social upheavals that were taking place in France at the time.The central character of the novel is Baron Hector Hulot, a wealthy and influential member of the court who is involved in numerous affairs and scandals. Other characters include the beautiful and ambitious Countess Sabine de Ligny, who is determined to climb the social ladder at any cost, and the idealistic journalist Philippe Rougon, who is determined to expose the corruption of the court.Throughout the novel, Zola provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of the court of Louis Napoleon, including its opulence, decadence, and moral decay. He also explores themes such as power, ambition, and the corrupting influence of wealth and privilege. Overall, The Mysteries of the Court of Louis Napoleon is a gripping and insightful novel that provides a fascinating glimpse into a turbulent period of French history.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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