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This sweeping historical novel delves into the complex world of 19th-century aristocracy and the social mores that both elevated and constrained them. Set in a time of societal transition, the novel follows the lives of Countess Suzanne and her husband, Count Alfred, as they navigate the treacherous shoals of marriage, love, and the pursuit of self-fulfillment. The author masterfully evokes the era's opulence and societal rigidities, creating a vivid backdrop for the characters' emotional turmoil and moral dilemmas. The novel explores timeless themes of conflicting loyalties, the yearning for freedom, and the consequences of holding onto secrets. Through its rich tapestry of characters and evocative prose, this book offers profound insights into the complexities of the human heart and the enduring power of love.
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Geb. 10.10.1829 Gardelegen/Altmark; gest. 14.10.1910 Paris. Der Sohn eines Justizkommissars studierte Philologie in Berlin, Gießen, Paris und Montpellier. Nach der Promotion arbeitete er als Hauslehrer in Frankreich, dann als Privatsekretär des späteren Ministers Barthélemy Saint-Hilaire. Seit 1860 war er Schweizer Konsul und Vertreter einer Uhrenfabrik in Yokohama, gründete dort die erste englische Zeitung Japan Times und den Japan Punch und schrieb französische Korrespondenzartikel. 1869 kehrte er nach Deutschland zurück und war 1870/71 Kriegsberichterstatter für den Preußischen Staatsanzeiger. 1878 übernahm er das Pressereferat des Auswärtigen Amtes in Berlin.
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