Munich (1908)

By Jean Chantavoine

Book Overview

Munich (1908) is a historical novel written by Jean Chantavoine. The book is set in Munich, Germany in the year 1908 and follows the story of a young Frenchman named Pierre who travels to Munich to study music. While there, he becomes embroiled in a plot to assassinate the Bavarian King Ludwig III, who is seen as a symbol of oppression by many of the city's residents.As Pierre becomes more involved in the plot, he begins to question his own beliefs and values. He is torn between his loyalty to his homeland and his sympathy for the Bavarian people's struggle for independence. Along the way, he falls in love with a young German woman named Elsa, who shares his passion for music and his desire for freedom.The novel is rich in historical detail, capturing the political and social tensions of the time, as well as the vibrant cultural scene in Munich. Chantavoine's writing is lyrical and evocative, immersing the reader in the sights, sounds, and emotions of the story. Munich (1908) is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and political intrigue that will transport readers to another time and place.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164857746
• ISBN13: 9781164857747
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"