""Queen Hortense: A Life Picture of the Napoleonic Era"" by L. Muhlbach is a historical fiction novel that takes place during the Napoleonic era. The book follows the life of Queen Hortense, the stepdaughter of Napoleon Bonaparte, and her experiences during this tumultuous time in European history. The novel provides a vivid portrait of the political and social climate of the era, as well as the personal struggles of Queen Hortense as she navigates her relationships with her family and the court. Through her eyes, readers ...
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""Queen Hortense: A Life Picture of the Napoleonic Era"" by L. Muhlbach is a historical fiction novel that takes place during the Napoleonic era. The book follows the life of Queen Hortense, the stepdaughter of Napoleon Bonaparte, and her experiences during this tumultuous time in European history. The novel provides a vivid portrait of the political and social climate of the era, as well as the personal struggles of Queen Hortense as she navigates her relationships with her family and the court. Through her eyes, readers are given a glimpse into the inner workings of the French Empire, as well as the personal lives of those who lived during this time. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, particularly the Napoleonic era, and offers a unique perspective on the events of the time.1901. Muhlbach is the pseudonym of Mrs. Luise Mundt. Writing as Muhlbach she produced more than fifty novels and her works in their entirety comprise almost one hundred volumes. Her historical romance novels are where the author s fame rests. The book begins: One moment of bliss is not too dearly bought with death, says our great German poet, and he may be right; but a moment of bliss purchased with a long lifetime full of trial and suffering is far too costly. And when did it come for her, this moment of bliss? When could Hortense Beauharnais, in speaking of herself, declare, I am happy? Now, let suffering and sorrow come upon me, if they will; I have tasted felicity, and, in the memories it has left me, it is imperishable and eternal! See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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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