The Puppet Crown
Enriched edition. Royal Intrigue and Forbidden Love in 17th-Century FranceBy Harold MacGrath
Length12h 1m
About this audiobook
In "The Puppet Crown," Harold MacGrath weaves a compelling tale set against the backdrop of a fictional European monarchy, brimming with political intrigue and the trials of personal ambition. MacGrath's narrative exhibits a rich, descriptive literary style that fuses elements of romance and adventure, reflecting the era's fascination with nobility and societal hierarchies. The novel explores themes of power, manipulation, and the cost of ambition, as characters navigate a labyrinth of courtly deception, revealing the fragile threads that bind the crown to those who seek it. Harold MacGrath, an American author and playwright born in 1871, was deeply influenced by his experiences in the world of theater and his exposure to the rich tapestry of European cultures. His travels and observations likely inspired his portrayals of royalty and court life, as he brought an outsider's perspective to the intrigues of European aristocracy. MacGrath's extensive literary career, which spans various genres, showcases his fascination with human nature and the complexities of authority. "The Puppet Crown" is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and those intrigued by the dynamics of power. MacGrath's sharp wit and keen insights into human motivation will captivate readers, making them ponder the lengths to which individuals will go to achieve their dreams, even as they become ensnared in the very puppetry of the crowns they desire.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- 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
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length12 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
9CHAPTER XIV. QUI M'AIME, AIME MON CHIEN
2The Puppet Crown
10CHAPTER XVI. WHAT HAPPENED AT THE ARCHBISHOP'S PALACE AND AFTER
3CHAPTER I. THE SCEPTER WHICH WAS A STICK
11CHAPTER XVIII. A MINOR CHORD AND A CHANGE OF MOVEMENT
4CHAPTER III. AN EPISODE TEN YEARS AFTER
12CHAPTER XXI. A COURT FETE AT THE RED CHATEAU
5CHAPTER V. BEHIND THE PUPPET BOOTH
13CHAPTER XXIV. THE PRISONER OF THE RED CHATEAU
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6CHAPTER VII. SOME DIALOGUE, A SPRAINED ANKLE, AND SOME SOLDIERS
14CHAPTER XXVI. A PAGE FROM TASSO
7CHAPTER IX. NOTHING MORE SERIOUS THAN A HOUSE PARTY
15CHAPTER XXIX. INTO STILL WATERS AND SILENCE
8CHAPTER XI. THE DENOUEMENT
16Memorable Quotes
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