The Clown Prince

By Maurice Dekobra

"The Clown Prince" is a witty and sophisticated novel by Maurice Dekobra, one of the most celebrated authors of the Jazz Age. Set against the backdrop of post-war European high society, the story follows the escapades of a displaced royal navigating a world where traditional titles clash with the modern era's cynical realities. With his signature cosmopolitan flair, Dekobra blends elements of satire, romance, and international intrigue to create a portrait of a protagonist whose life is as much a public spectacle as it is a personal drama.

The work explores themes of identity and the decline of the aristocracy, all delivered with the sharp dialogue and urbanity that made Dekobra a global sensation in the 1920s. Readers are invited into a world of grand hotels, luxury travel, and the complex social games played by the elite. As a quintessential example of the "cosmopolitan novel," "The Clown Prince" captures the restless spirit and disillusioned glamour of a generation caught between two eras. This work remains a fascinating study of celebrity and the enduring allure of the royal myth in a rapidly changing world.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025560698
• ISBN13: 9781025560694
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"