Keisarin kynttilänjalat by Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy
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"Keisarin kynttilänjalat" by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is a historical novel written during the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of a lavish carnival in Vienna, showcasing a blend of romance and intrigue as various characters navigate their identities and hidden desires. Central to the narrative is Nikolai Aleksandrovitsh, the heir to the Russian throne, who becomes embroiled in a tantalizing pursuit that leads him into a web of
excitement and danger. The opening of the novel vividly brings to life the atmosphere of a grand carnival in Vienna, full of gaiety and masked revelers. Amidst the festivities, Nikolai, disguised in a black domino, is enchanted by a mysterious odalisque and becomes captivated in a chase that unfolds through the opulent setting. This chase ultimately leads him to an unexpected situation, revealing the tension between festivity and peril, as he unknowingly steps into a trap laid out for him. The stage is set for a tale filled with romantic allure and political machinations, as the excitement of the carnival contrasts with the underlying threats, foreshadowing Nikolai's fate and the intricate dynamics among the characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness, 1865-1947 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Nuotio, Tauno, 1903-1970 |
| Uniform Title | The emperor's candlesticks. Finnish |
| Title | Keisarin kynttilänjalat |
| Original Publication | Pori: Satakunnan Kirjateollisuus Oy, 1928. |
| Credits | Sirkku-Liisa Häyhä-Karmakainen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 38.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Spy stories |
| Subject | Vienna (Austria) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Carnival -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 72656 |
| Release Date | Jan 8, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 253 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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