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100 1 _aDeslys, Charles,
_d1821-1885
240 1 4 _aLes compères du roy. Finnish
245 1 0 _aKuninkaan toverit
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-02-21
508 _aProduced by Tapio Riikonen
520 _a"Kuninkaan toverit" by Charles Deslys is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in 15th-century France and revolves around the intrigues of King Louis XI, particularly focusing on the colorful characters surrounding him, including the clever poet François Villon. The novel promises to explore themes of friendship, survival, and the complex world of nobility versus commoners through the lens of humorous and dramatic storytelling. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to Master Klaus Gringonnaux, a wealthy vintner, as he prepares for a grand feast, anxiously awaiting an important guest. In a bustling kitchen, we meet the famous chef Tailleverd, whose quirky nature brings an element of humor to the high-stakes atmosphere. As the story unfolds, hints of a larger intrigue surrounding King Louis XI begin to appear, particularly when the notorious poet François Villon makes his entrance, contributing to the ensuing chaos with his witty remarks and escapades. The narrative sets up an engaging blend of rich characterization and historical context, drawing readers into the vibrant world of 15th-century France. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHistorical fiction
653 _aFrance -- History -- Louis XI, 1461-1483 -- Fiction
653 _aLouis XI, King of France, 1423-1483 -- Fiction
653 _aCharles, Duke of Burgundy, 1433-1477 -- Fiction
700 1 _aYrjö-Koskinen, Yrjö Sakari,
_d1830-1903
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35340
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