The Royal Life Guard; Or, The Flight of the Royal Family: A Historical Romance of the Suppression of the French Monarchy
1892
Translated by Henry Llewellyn, 1842- Williams
The Royal Life Guard; Or, The Flight of the Royal Family is a historical romance by Alexandre Dumas, first published in 1892. Set during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution, the novel follows King Louis XVI, Queen Marie Antoinette, and the orator Mirabeau as they navigate the challenges of a monarchy in crisis. Dumas explores themes of loyalty and love against a backdrop of political upheaval, highlighting the personal and national catastrophes that ensue during this pivotal time in French history.
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