L'Aiglon: Drame en six actes, en vers by Edmond Rostand
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Rostand, Edmond, 1868-1918
French
"L'Aiglon: Drame en six actes, en vers" by Edmond Rostand is a verse drama written in 1900. It tells the romanticized story of Napoleon II, the Duke of Reichstadt, son of Napoleon Bonaparte, during his final years. Trapped in a gilded cage at the Austrian court and haunted by his father's legendary shadow, the young duke struggles to claim his iden...
and reclaim France, or will he remain forever imprisoned by circumstance and family? (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Paul King
1 month agoI went into this with no expectations and the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.
Ashley Anderson
5 months agoAs part of my coursework, the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. This left a lasting impression on me.
Kimberly Wright
2 months agoI came across this while resaerching and the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. Time very well spent.
Donna Allen
4 months agoOnce I started reading, the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. Well worth recommending.
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Richard Carter
4 months agoI needed a solid reference and the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. Highly recommended for everyone.