By the King's Command

By Victor Hugo Hugo

In "By the King's Command", Victor Hugo weaves a gripping tale set against the tumultuous backdrop of 17th-century France, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and political intrigue. The story follows a young nobleman who, torn between duty and passion, navigates treacherous court politics and personal sacrifice. As secrets unfold and alliances shift, Hugo masterfully portrays the human struggles amid a society fraught with corruption and upheaval, leaving readers captivated by the timeless conflict between individual conscience and societal expectations. By the King's Command is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1883.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3348134382
• ISBN13: 9783348134385
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Hansebooks
• Length: 542 Pages
• Weight: 2.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.4" x 9.7"