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When a Cobbler Ruled the King

When a Cobbler Ruled the King

Augusta Huiell Seaman

Published in 1911, 'When a Cobbler Ruled the King' is Augusta Huiell Seaman's debut historical novel that imagines the life of Louis XVII of France during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution. The story follows the young Dauphin, who is caught in the chaos following the execution of his parents, Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. Through the eyes of ordinary characters like Jean and Yvonne, the novel explores themes of loyalty, compassion, and childhood innocence amidst political upheaval. This narrative reflects the harsh realities of a crumbling monarchy while highlighting the human condition in revolutionary Paris.

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