02203cam a22003373u 4500 71545 UtSlPG 20260610134644.0 m cr n 260607r20231914utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PR Weyman, Stanley John, 1855-1928 The man in black. Finnish Mustapukuinen mies Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-09-02 Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen "Mustapukuinen mies: Historiallinen romaani" by Stanley John Weyman is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set in 17th-century France and revolves around Jehan de Bault, a young boy of noble descent who has been kidnapped and is now performing as a street entertainer. The book delves into themes of nobility, identity, and the impact of social class in a tumultuous historical context. The opening of the novel introduces us to the bustling horse market in Fécamp, where various characters are gathered. Among them is a mysterious street performer, known as "Mestari Viekassilmä," who orchestrates Jehan's reluctant performance. As Jehan attempts to elicit sympathy from the crowd by claiming noble lineage, he is confronted by a skeptical nobleman, who exposes the deception. The scene sets the stage for Jehan's complicated journey, highlighting his struggles and aspirations as he navigates a world filled with deceit and varying fortunes. The atmosphere is vividly depicted through the vibrant market life, enhancing the historical richness of the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Hämeenlinna: Arvi A. Karisto Oy, 1914 Historical fiction France -- History -- Louis XIII, 1610-1643 -- Fiction Hämeen-Anttila, Väinö, 1878-1942 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71545 112271 112271