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100 1 _aDumas, Alexandre,
_d1802-1870
240 1 4 _aLes compagnons de Jéhu. English
245 1 4 _aThe Companions of Jehu
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aWikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Companions_of_Jehu
500 _aCompanion book to "The Whites and the Blues," #59938.
500 _aRelease date is 2004-12-01
508 _aProduced by Robert J. Hall, and David Widger
520 _a"The Companions of Jehu" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical novel written during the early 19th century. Set against the backdrop of post-Revolutionary France, the narrative revolves around a group of bandits known as the Companions of Jehu, who are depicted as avengers of the royal cause while engaging in daring robberies of government funds. Through the characters, such as Roland and his enigmatic companion, the novel explores themes of loyalty, bravery, and the tumult of the times. At the start of "The Companions of Jehu," Dumas offers a detailed introduction to the historical context that shapes his story, focusing on the volatile political landscape of France during the late 18th century. As two travelers arrive in Avignon, they quickly become embroiled in discussions about the notorious highwaymen who are actively robbing government transports. The dialogue reveals the fear and excitement surrounding these bandits, framing them not simply as criminals but as outlaws with a purpose. The opening portion sets the stage for the impending adventures and moral complexities the characters will navigate as France grapples with its revolutionary identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrance -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction
653 _aNapoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7079
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