Pieni novellikirjasto VII by Various

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Pieni novellikirjasto VII by Various is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This anthology features a variety of narratives that delve into human experiences, social themes, and moral lessons, contributing to a reflection on the complexities of life. The opening story highlights the reign of a young prince, Kasimir III, who drastically changes the court’s lifestyle and governance in a departure from his father’s extravagant ways. The beginning of the collection presents the story Henkilääkäri, written by W. H. Riehl, which introduces Prince Kasimir III, who, upon ascending the throne, seeks to rid the court of frivolous behaviors and distractions. As he decides to appoint a personal physician against his better judgment, the narrative unfolds the contrast between the young prince’s determined simplicity and the traditions of the old court. After a bout of illness leads him to change his mind, he unwittingly selects the inexperienced Dr. Müller to be his personal physician—an appointment that stirs intrigue and speculation among the courtiers and sets the stage for the unfolding drama of social dynamics within the royal court. (This is an automatically generated summary.)