Savrola: A Tale of the Revolution in Laurania by Winston Churchill
"Savrola: A Tale of the Revolution in Laurania" by Winston Churchill is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of a tumultuous political climate in the fictional republic of Laurania, where a significant public uprising challenges the authoritarian rule of President Antonio Molara. The narrative prominently features Savrola, a young and charismatic leader of the opposition who embodies the hopes and aspirations ofthe people yearning for democracy and reform. The opening portion of the novel captures a pivotal moment in Laurania's history, as citizens gather in excitement and anger in front of Parliament House, anticipating a political turning point after years of autocratic rule. The atmosphere is charged as the President prepares to address an anxious populace, and discord arises when a civic leader exposes government deceit regarding a manipulated electoral process. The excitement quickly spirals into chaos and violence as the military is ordered to quell the unrest. Amidst this turmoil, Savrola's character is introduced as a figure navigating the treacherous waters of political intrigue, embodying both the spirit of rebellion and the complexities of leadership in a transformative era for his nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Churchill, Winston, 1874-1965 |
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| LoC No. | 65059063 |
| Title | Savrola: A Tale of the Revolution in Laurania |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Savrola |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Political fiction |
| Subject | Revolutions -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50906 |
| Release Date | Jan 24, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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