Kings In Exile

By Alphonse Daudet

Book Overview

Kings in Exile is a novel by the French author Alphonse Daudet. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the lives of two exiled kings, King Karl of Bavaria and King Ludwig of Hungary, who are living in Paris. The two kings are living in poverty and struggling to make ends meet, but they are determined to regain their thrones and restore their kingdoms to their former glory.The novel explores themes of power, politics, and the struggle for identity in a world that is rapidly changing. Daudet's writing is rich and descriptive, painting a vivid picture of the lives of these two exiled monarchs and the world they inhabit.As the story unfolds, the two kings navigate the complex political landscape of Europe, making alliances and enemies along the way. They are aided in their quest by a cast of colorful characters, including a young journalist, a wealthy banker, and a beautiful actress.Kings in Exile is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of two exiled monarchs and the challenges they face as they try to reclaim their thrones. With its richly drawn characters and vivid descriptions of a bygone era, this book is sure to captivate readers who enjoy historical fiction and political intrigue.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: 1430493909
• ISBN13: 9781430493907
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"