The Little King

The Little King

Charles Major

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781160713559
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''The Little King'' is a historical fiction novel written by Charles Major and published in 1910. The story is set in the 17th century and follows the childhood of Louis XIV, the King of France. The novel begins with the birth of Louis and his twin brother, who tragically dies shortly after. Louis is raised by his mother, Anne of Austria, and his chief minister, Cardinal Mazarin. The novel explores the challenges and struggles Louis faces as a young prince, including his mother’s attempt to gain control of the kingdom and the political turmoil of the time. The story also delves into Louis’ personal relationships, including his friendship with his cousin, Philippe, and his love for his childhood sweetheart, Louise de la Valliere. The novel offers a glimpse into the early life of one of France’s most famous monarchs and provides a unique perspective on the political and social climate of the time. Overall, ''The Little King'' is a captivating tale of power, love, and intrigue set against the backdrop of 17th century France.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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