Kuninkaantytär by Luise Schorsch
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"Kuninkaantytär" by Luise Schorsch is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the life of Empress Adelheid and explores her remarkable journey that traverses both the soaring heights of royal life and the profound depths of adversity. As readers delve into the tale, they are introduced to characters such as Adelheid, her mother, and her siblings, who symbolize the struggles and triumphs of a noble family
during tumultuous times. The opening of the novel sets the scene with a picturesque sunset over Mont Blanc, introducing us to a young girl, Adelheid, as she gazes out at the beauty surrounding her home. The affectionate bond between her and her mother is established, as they discuss life's ambitions and the values of humility and service. Through their conversations, readers learn about the historical context of their lives, including threats from Hungarian invaders, and the significance of wise leadership exemplified by figures like Bishop Boso. Simultaneously, the narrative foreshadows the arrival of a "golden-haired girl," a potential symbol of innocence marked by hardship, hinting at the intertwining of their fates as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Schorsch, Luise |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Schneller, Ludwig, 1858-1953 |
| Translator | Hahnsson, Theodolinda, 1838-1919 |
| Uniform Title | Ein Königskind. Finnish |
| Title | Kuninkaantytär |
| Credits | Produced by Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 43.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Adelaide, Empress, consort of Otto I, Holy Roman Emperor, 931-999 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58429 |
| Release Date | Dec 8, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 189 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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