02295cam a22003253u 4500 64104 UtSlPG 20260610134457.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PR Weyman, Stanley John, 1855-1928 The red cockade. Finnish Punanen kokardi: Romaani Ranskan vallankumouksen ensi ajoilta Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-12-22 Timo Ervasti and Tapio Riikonen "Punanen kokardi: Romaani Ranskan vallankumouksen ensi ajoilta" by Stanley J. Weyman is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative is set during the tumultuous early days of the French Revolution, focusing on the struggles between the aristocracy and the rising democratic sentiments among the populace. The central characters include Markiisi de St. Alais and Kreivi de Saux, who navigate the complexities of love, loyalty, and political conflict against the backdrop of societal upheaval. The opening of the book introduces readers to the Markiisi de St. Alais as he engages in a conversation filled with disdain for the shifting societal norms and the dilemmas faced by the aristocracy. The interactions hint at the crucial roles of familial ties and political alliances, particularly regarding de Saux's feelings towards Denise, St. Alais's sister. As tensions flare over emerging political issues, the sense of impending chaos looms large, indicated by a protest and a call to defend noble rights, underscoring the turbulence of the era. The chapter notably sets the stage for the personal and political conflicts that will unfold as different factions struggle for power amid the revolutionary fervor. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Historical fiction France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64104 104928 104928