Queen Hortense - Louisa Muhlbach - Bog

Queen Hortense: A Historical Romance is a novel written by Louisa Muhlbach in 1870. The story revolves around the life of Queen Hortense, the stepdaughter of Napoleon Bonaparte, who was known for her beauty, intelligence, and political acumen. The novel takes place during the tumultuous years of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, and follows Queen Hortense's journey from a young girl to a powerful queen.The book is a work of historical fiction, and while it is based on real events and people, the author takes some liberties with the facts to create a compelling narrative. The novel is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in Queen Hortense's life. The story begins with her childhood in France and her relationship with her stepfather, Napoleon Bonaparte. It then goes on to cover her marriage to Louis Bonaparte, her time as Queen of Holland, and her eventual return to France after the fall of Napoleon.Throughout the book, the author explores themes of love, power, and politics. Queen Hortense is portrayed as a strong and intelligent woman who is able to navigate the complex political landscape of her time. She is also depicted as a loving mother and wife, who is deeply committed to her family.Overall, Queen Hortense: A Historical Romance is a fascinating and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most turbulent periods in European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, romance, or political intrigue.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.