Jókai, Mór 1825-1904 creator Provost, Charles Hope Boggs, S. E. (Sara Elisabeth) 1843- text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Told by the Death's Head: A Romantic Tale" by Mór Jókai is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work is a blend of adventure and romance, centering on the exploits of a colorful protagonist named Hugo, a gunner above all else, during the year 1688 amidst various military conflicts. The narrative likely explores themes of love, bravery, and folly in a historical context, as Hugo navigates the dangerous realities of war while pursuing his personal desires and relationships. The beginning of the tale introduces the character of Hugo, a chief gunner stationed at the Ehrenbreitstein fortress. It candidly depicts his humorous and bold nature, showcasing his encounters with military machinations and the whimsical circumstances surrounding his profession. In a backdrop of a beleaguered city under siege, Hugo discovers an enemy fire-pot and uses it to concoct his own explosive devices while gaining a reputation for his daring demeanor. Through interactions with superiors and townsfolk alike, the chapter sets the stage for Hugo's adventures, establishing a narrative that promises both thrilling escapades and romantic entanglements as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-12-28 Produced by Steven desJardins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Historical fiction Adventure and adventurers -- Fiction Trials -- Fiction PH Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34770 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34770 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133808.0 34770