The Royal Physician's Visit by Per Olov Enquist
The Royal Physician's Visit magnificently recasts the dramatic era of Danish history when Johann Friedrich Struensee -- court physician to mad young King Christian -- stepped through an aperture in history and became the holder of absolute power in Denmark. His is a gripping tale of power, sex, love, and the life of the mind, and it is superbly rendered here by Sweden's most acclaimed writer. A charismatic German doctor and brilliant intellectual, Struensee used his influence to introduce hundreds of reforms in Denmark in the 1760s and had a tender and erotic affair with Queen Caroline Mathilde, who was unsatisfied by her unstable, childlike husband. And yet, his ambitions ultimately led to tragedy. This novel, perfect for book clubs, is a compelling look into the intrigues of an Enlightenment court and the life of a singular man.
Per Olov Enquist was born in Sweden and grew to fame through widely translated novels such as THE MAGNETIST'S FIFTH WINTER, HESS, and LEGIONARERA. Widley known as a playwright, novelist and author of travel fiction, his novel THE ROYAL PHYSICIAN'S VISIT was shortlisted for this year's IMPAC award.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781585671960 |
| ISBN 10 | 1585671967 |
| Title | The Royal Physician's Visit |
| Author | Per Olov Enquist |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Harry N. Abrams |
| Year published | 2001-10-01 |
| Number of pages | 312 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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