Napoleon and the Queen of Prussia (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Historical NovelBy L. Mühlbach
Length23h 57m
About this audiobook
Napoleon and the Queen of Prussia is a vivid historical romance set amid the crisis of Prussia's humiliation before Napoleonic power, especially the years surrounding Jena, Tilsit, and the moral ascendancy of Queen Louise. Mühlbach blends courtly dialogue, political intrigue, patriotic sentiment, and melodramatic characterization in the nineteenth-century tradition of documentary fiction, transforming public history into intimate drama. Napoleon appears not merely as conqueror but as a force testing dynastic honor, national identity, and private courage. L. Mühlbach was the pen name of Clara Mundt (1814–1873), one of Germany's most prolific writers of historical novels. Writing in an age shaped by nationalism, liberal aspiration, and renewed interest in the Napoleonic era, she often used the past to illuminate questions of political destiny and moral leadership. Her sympathy for powerful women in history helps explain her compelling portrayal of Queen Louise as both sovereign consort and emblem of Prussian resistance. This book is recommended to readers who enjoy historically grounded fiction rich in atmosphere, personality, and ideological conflict. It will especially appeal to those interested in Napoleon, Prussian history, and the nineteenth-century historical novel as a form of cultural memory.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Action and Adventure
Length23 hrs 57 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 18, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
37Chapter XXX. Queen Louisa and Napoleon.
2Introduction
38Book IV.
3Synopsis
39Chapter XXXI. Baron von Stein.
4Historical Context
40Chapter XXXII. The Patriot
5Book I.
41Chapter XXXIII. Johannes von Müller.
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6Chapter I. Ferdinand von Schill.
42Chapter XXXIV. The Call.
7Chapter II. The German Song.
43Chapter XXXV. Financial Calamities.
8Chapter III. The Oath of Vengeance.
44Chapter XXXVI. Prince William.
9Chapter IV. In Berlin.
45Chapter XXXVII. The Genius of Prussia.
10Chapter V. Quiet is the Citizen's First Duty.
46Chapter XXXVIII. A Family Dinner.
11Chapter VI. The Faithful People of Stettin.
47Book V.
12Chapter VII. The Queen's Flight.
48Chapter XXXIX. French Erfurt.
13Chapter VIII. Napoleon in Potsdam.
49Chapter XL. The Conspirators.
14Chapter IX. Sans-souci.
50Chapter XLI. The Festivities of Erfurt and Weimar.
15Chapter X. Napoleon's Entry Into Berlin.
51Chapter XLII. Napoleon and Goethe.
16Chapter XI. Napoleon and Talleyrand.
52Chapter XLIII. The Chase and the Assassins.
17Chapter XII. The Princess von Hatzfeld.
53Book VI.
18Chapter XIII. The Suppliant Princes.
54Chapter XLIV. The War with Austria.
19Chapter XIV. Triumph and Defeat.
55Chapter XLV. Josephine's Farewell.
20Chapter XV. The Victoria of the Brandenburg Gate.
56Chapter XLVI. Ferdinand von Schill.
21Book II.
57Chapter XLVII. Schill Takes the Field.
22Chapter XVI. The Treaty of Charlottenburg.
58Chapter XLVIII. Schill's Death.
23Chapter XVII. The Secret Council of State.
59Chapter XLIX. The Parade at Schönbrunn.
24Chapter XVIII. Baron von Stein.
60Chapter L. Napoleon at Schönbrunn.
25Chapter XIX. The Queen at the Peasant's Cottage.
61Chapter LI. Frederick Staps.
26Chapter XX. Count Bückler.
62Chapter LII. An Execution.
27Chapter XXI. The Patriot's Death.
63Book VII.
28Chapter XXII. Peace Negotiations.
64Chapter LIII. Homeward Bound.
29Chapter XXIII. The Slanderous Articles.
65Chapter LIV. The Emperor Francis and Metternich.
30Chapter XXIV. The Justification.
66Chapter LV. The Archduchess Maria Louisa.
31Chapter XXV. Countess Mary Walewska.
67Chapter LVI. The Queen's Birthday.
32Chapter XXVI. The Dantzic Chocolate.
68Chapter LVII. Louisa's Death.
33Book III.
69Analysis
34Chapter XXVII. Tilsit.—Napoleon and Alexander.
70Reflection
35Chapter XXVIII. Queen Louisa.
71Memorable Quotes
36Chapter XXIX. Bad Tidings.
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