The Prussian Terror by Alexandre Dumas
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"The Prussian Terror" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book captures the turbulent atmosphere surrounding the Austro-Prussian War of 1866, focusing on the themes of nationalism and conflict between France and Prussia. The story follows the character Benedict Turpin, a Frenchman who finds himself embroiled in the rising tensions between the nations as he boldly declares his support for France amidst a hostile German
crowd. The opening of the novel sets the stage amidst the chaotic backdrop of wartime Berlin, where the protagonist, Benedict Turpin, defies a mob by raising a toast to France. This bold act incites a violent reaction, leading to a brawl and showcasing the deep-seated animosity that exists between the French and Prussians. As Benedict navigates through the chaos and attempts to escape the backlash, the narrative hints at the historical context of the ongoing war and the political machinations at play, including the involvement of significant figures like Count von Bismarck. Engaging and filled with historical references, the beginning of this novel draws readers into the tumultuous political landscape of 19th-century Europe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Garnett, R. S. (Robert Singleton), 1866-1932 |
| LoC No. | 17013723 |
| Title | The Prussian Terror |
| Credits | Produced by Andrea Ball & Marc D'Hooghe (From images generously made available by the Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Austro-Prussian War, 1866 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36016 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36016-4 |
| Release Date | May 2, 2011 |
| Last Update | Apr 3, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 560 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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