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William Tell: The Patriot Of Switzerland is a historical novel written by Florian and originally published in 1881. The book tells the story of William Tell, a legendary Swiss hero who is known for his bravery and resistance against the oppressive Austrian rule in the 14th century.The novel begins with the Swiss people living under the tyrannical rule of the Austrian Habsburgs. William Tell, a skilled archer and hunter, becomes a symbol of resistance against the Austrian oppressors. He refuses to bow down to the Austrian governor, Gessler, and is forced to shoot an apple off his son's head as a punishment.As the story unfolds, William Tell becomes a leader of the Swiss rebellion against the Austrians. He inspires the people to fight for their freedom and independence, and leads them to victory against the Austrian army in the Battle of Morgarten.The novel also explores the personal life of William Tell, including his relationship with his wife, Hedwig, and his son, Walter. It portrays him as a devoted family man who is willing to risk everything to protect his loved ones and his country.Overall, William Tell: The Patriot Of Switzerland is a gripping tale of heroism, sacrifice, and patriotism. It is a timeless classic that continues to inspire readers with its message of courage and determination in the face of oppression.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- Nombre de pages :
- 194
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781120054159
- Date de parution :
- 26-08-09
- Format:
- Livre broché
- Format numérique:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Dimensions :
- 152 mm x 229 mm
- Poids :
- 267 g
