Prince Otto, a Romance by Robert Louis Stevenson

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Author Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894
Title Prince Otto, a Romance
Note Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Transcribed from the 1905 edition by David Price
Summary “Prince Otto, a Romance” by Robert Louis Stevenson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Prince Otto Johann Friedrich of the fictitious principality of Grunewald, whose character is depicted as flawed and largely incompetent in his royal duties. The narrative unfolds in a richly described European landscape, exploring themes of love, political intrigue, and the responsibilities that come with power. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the setting of Grunewald and the troubled character of Prince Otto, who is seen engaging in a hunt—an activity emblematic of his frivolous lifestyle. The opening chapters depict Otto's tumultuous relationship with his subjects and the displeasure they harbor towards him, especially concerning his wife’s rumored indiscretions and his own lack of accountability. The reader is also presented with a hint of political unrest, as discussions of revolution and discontent amongst the populace weigh heavily on the prince's mind. Stevenson crafts a narrative that promises both adventure and introspection as we follow Otto's journey to reconcile his personal failings and his public image against the backdrop of a shifting political landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Nobility -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 372
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 3, 2010
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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