| Author |
Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850 |
| Translator |
Wormeley, Katharine Prescott, 1830-1908 |
| Title |
Seraphita
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Seraphita" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book explores themes of mysticism and spirituality, particularly through the lens of its enigmatic characters. The central figures include Seraphitus and Minna, who navigate the complexities of love and existence against the backdrop of a beautifully mystified Norwegian landscape. The opening of "Seraphita" establishes a vivid setting, detailing the stunning yet harsh beauty of Norway's Strom-fiord and its surrounding peaks, particularly the mighty Falberg. It describes the lives of the local villagers, detailing their struggles against nature's unforgiving elements, while simultaneously hinting at an underlying spiritual journey. As the narrative unfolds, we are introduced to Seraphitus, a mysterious and otherworldly being, and Minna, a delicate young girl who admires him. Their interactions are filled with both tenderness and tension, as Minna grapples with her feelings towards him and his reclusive nature. The opening sets the stage for a story that promises to intertwine rich natural imagery with philosophical exploration and human emotion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
France -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
French fiction -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1432 |
| Release Date |
Sep 7, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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