The A historical romance of the suppression of the French monarchy Dumas, Alexandre 1802-1870 creator Williams, Henry Llewellyn 1842- text utu 2013 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Royal Life Guard; or, the Flight of the Royal Family" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical romance written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the French Revolution, focusing on significant figures such as King Louis XVI, Queen Marie Antoinette, and the political orator Mirabeau. It explores themes of loyalty, love, and the turmoil surrounding the royal family during a time of great upheaval as they navigate the challenges posed by a changing political landscape. The opening of the novel introduces a France transitioning to a limited monarchy, with King Louis XVI's struggle to maintain control amid rising tension in the population. We find ourselves amidst the political machinations involving Mirabeau, who, despite being a key proponent of royal authority, grapples with the personal tribulations of love and health. As Mirabeau meets with his physician, Dr. Gilbert, they engage in discussions about the royal family’s perilous situation, hinting at the potential for both personal and national catastrophe. The chapter culminates in an impending sense of crisis, as allies and adversaries alike prepare to navigate the turbulent waters of revolution, establishing a rich context for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2013-09-03 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Ray Wobbe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793 -- Fiction PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43633 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43633 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134012.0 43633