Chapter 3 – The Protagonist’s Personality
The aspiration to depict a historical personality in all their ambiguity and ambivalence is unquestionably a challenge for an author. Fortunately, Archduchess Marianne receives a visitor — her confessor, Father Franz — who, in addition to gently acquainting her with recent political developments, brings comfort and reassurance to his ward. Having endured a serious crisis, […]
