02356cam a22003133u 4500 3666 UtSlPG 20260610133115.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Mühlbach, L. (Luise), 1814-1873 Andreas Hofer: An Historical Novel Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2003-01-01 This etext was produced by Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. "Andreas Hofer: An Historical Novel" by Louisa Mühlbach is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the historical figure Andreas Hofer, set against the backdrop of Austria's political turbulence and the looming threat of Napoleonic France. The story explores themes of loyalty, national pride, and the struggles faced by Austria as it nears a declaration of war, highlighting character dynamics among the imperial family and military leaders. The opening of the novel introduces the year 1809, a time of anticipation for war in Austria, led by Emperor Francis. Tension brews as Archduke John expresses his frustrations over the emperor's hesitations, fearing missed opportunities for Austria's military ambitions. The reader is introduced to various characters including the devoted John, the weary Emperor Francis, and the anxious Archduke Charles, setting the stage for a narrative drenched in the emotional and political stakes of an impending conflict. As the archdukes discuss strategies and sentiments regarding the war, whispers of the Tyrolese's wishes for liberation hint at Hofer's eventual involvement, establishing key plot points while focusing on the personal dilemmas faced by the characters amidst the historical events. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Hofer, Andreas, 1767-1810 -- Fiction Tyrol (Austria) -- History -- Uprising of 1809 -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3666 45712 45712