Le chevalier d'Harmental by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet

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Author Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870
Author Maquet, Auguste, 1813-1888
Title Le chevalier d'Harmental
Note Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Conspirators_(novel) Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Le_Chevalier_d%27Harmental
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Summary "Le chevalier d'Harmental" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative revolves around the world of French nobility in the early 18th century, focusing on the main character, Raoul d'Harmental, a cherished young nobleman embroiled in duels, honor, and intrigue amid political and romantic tensions. The opening of the novel sets the stage on March 22, 1718, featuring the protagonist waiting on the Pont Neuf for a fellow gentleman. As his day unfolds, d'Harmental is introduced to the Captain Roquefinette, who becomes involved in an impending duel alongside the baron de Valef, a friend of d'Harmental. The scene is vibrant with details about their relationships and the societal customs of the time, as they prepare to confront three adversaries they had quarreled with earlier. This encounter signals not just a physical battle, but also hints at the romantic entanglements and political intrigues that will define the characters' lives, establishing a foundation rich in action and emotional depth for the story that is about to unravel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Orléans, Philippe, duc d', 1674-1723 -- Fiction
Subject France -- History -- Regency, 1715-1723 -- Fiction
Subject Cellamare Conspiracy, 1718 -- Fiction
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