The Visit Of The Royal Physician by Per Olov Enquist
Set in 18th-century Denmark, this historical novel delves into the tumultuous life of Johann Friedrich Struensee, a German physician who becomes the personal doctor to the mentally unstable King Christian VII. As Struensee rises to power, he implements progressive reforms and begins a controversial affair with Queen Caroline Mathilde, leading to political intrigue and courtly machinations. The narrative explores themes of enlightenment, power, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of a society on the brink of change.
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- Published
- 1999
- Nationality
- Swedish
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- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- Swedish
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- Independent Foreign Fiction Prize (Independent Foreign Fiction Prize)