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_aDe Quincey, Thomas, _d1785-1859 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aMemorials and Other Papers — Volume 2 |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-07-01 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aKlosterheim -- The sphinx's riddle -- The templars' dialogues. | |
| 508 | _aAnne Soulard, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team | ||
| 520 | _a"Memorials and Other Papers — Volume 2" by Thomas De Quincey is a historical narrative written during the early 19th century. This collection encompasses essays that delve into the complexities of human experience in turbulent times, particularly focusing on themes such as conflict, societal changes, and personal reflections. The introductory section, "Klosterheim," immediately sets the stage during the harsh winter of 1633 in the backdrop of the Thirty Years' War, captivating readers with the tensions of war and its impact on society. The opening of the narrative introduces us to the beleaguered citizens of Klosterheim as they gather in the city square, anxiously debating their fate amidst the fear of impending violence from marauding forces led by the notorious Holkerstein. De Quincey paints a vivid picture of the populace's despair and mounting resolve, particularly through characters like Maximilian, a young student raised to the ideal of courage and service to his community. As political tensions simmer, Maximilian implores his fellow citizens to rise for the vulnerable members of their society, highlighting the intersection of personal duty and collective survival. The charged atmosphere, combined with the urgent pleas for action against tyranny and persecution, sets up an intricate web of political intrigue, danger, and moral dilemmas that thread through the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aEnglish essays | ||
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