The Countess Cosel: A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong
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"The Countess Cosel: A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong" by Joseph J. Kraszewski is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the lavish court life during the reign of Augustus II of Saxony, focusing on the character of Countess Anna Hoym and her complex interactions with the King and other courtiers. Tension arises as Anna is drawn into the intrigues and
the politics of the royal court, which have deeply affected the lives of its participants. At the start of the novel, the atmosphere within the King's castle is somber due to recent political failures, yet a contrast of revelry exists as Augustus the Strong attempts to drown his sorrows in drunken merriment with select courtiers. The narrative describes the peculiar dynamics of the court, marked by suspicion and treachery, as well as the King’s volatile temperament. Anna, who leads a secluded life in her husband’s villa, is unexpectedly summoned to the court, setting the stage for her arrival and the ensuing drama of love, rivalry, and perilous ambitions intertwining at the heart of royal power in Dresden. Various characters, including courtiers and noble ladies, contribute to the growing tension centered around Anna, who must navigate through the complexities of courtly life amidst threats to her personal dignity and security. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kraszewski, Józef Ignacy, 1812-1887 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Soissons, Count de, 1860- |
| Uniform Title | Hrabina Cosel. English |
| Title | The Countess Cosel: A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Polish fiction -- Translations into English |
| Subject | Cosel, Anna Konstanze, Gräfin von, 1680-1765 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37623 |
| Release Date | Oct 4, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 438 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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