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Buch (Softcover): Belletristik
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court
Verlag:
Devoted Publishing Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P36907490
EAN: 9781773566825
Erhältlich:
Nicht auf Lager
Zustellung: Di, 29.09.2026
Versand: Kostenlos
CHF 35.50
Beschreibung
What would happen if the knowledge of the modern world were suddenly transported to the age of King Arthur. When an unexpected blow to the head leaves practical American engineer Hank Morgan awakening in sixth-century Britain, he finds himself surrounded by knights, castles, superstition, and the legendary court of King Arthur. Armed with the scientific knowledge and ingenuity of the nineteenth century, Hank quickly transforms what should have been a hopeless situation into an astonishing opportunity, using reason, invention, and determination to challenge centuries-old traditions. As his influence grows, he introduces remarkable innovations that reshape the kingdom, earning admiration from some and fierce opposition from others. Yet beneath the humour and adventure lies a deeper struggle, as idealism collides with entrenched customs and the pursuit of progress carries consequences no one could have foreseen. Blending unforgettable characters, sharp wit, thrilling adventure, and biting social commentary, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court. is one of Mark Twain's most imaginative and thought-provoking novels. A timeless classic of historical fantasy and satire, it explores the relationship between technology, power, freedom, and human nature with a brilliance that continues to captivate readers more than a century after its first publication.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- Mark Twain
- Anthony Uyl
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 326