The Imperial Crown: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Imperial Crown is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Raabe, Wilhelm (1831–1910). The listed translation credits are Wooff, Michael.
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Imperial Crown" by Wilhelm Raabe is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set during a tumultuous period in medieval Europe, particularly focusing on the fall of Constantinople and the subsequent recovery of the Holy Roman Empire's crown jewels, the story centers around an old man in Nuremberg who reflects on his youth, friendships, and the moments that shaped his life against the backdrop of political strife and personal loss. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to an older scribe grappling with the echoes of a significant historical event—the fall of Constantinople in 1453. As he writes, the noise of the town and the teachings of the fiery monk, Johannes Capistranus, intertwine with memories of his younger days, particularly concerning a friendship with the knight Michael Groland and the beautiful Mechthild Grossin. The narrative reveals the impact of their youthful adventures, the struggles for the imperial crown, and the larger implications of the ongoing wars within Christendom. The old man's reflections blend personal experience with historical context, leading up to the immediate crisis of the imperial crown's fate and foreshadowing the tribulations that are to come—a complex interplay of love, loyalty, and sacrifice.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Imperial Crown
- Author credits: Raabe, Wilhelm (1831–1910)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Wooff, Michael
Catalogue subjects
- Germany -- History -- Late Middle Ages, 1254-1517 -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: German Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: History - Medieval/Middle Ages
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