Author |
Sand, George, 1804-1876 |
Title |
Le péché de Monsieur Antoine, Tome 1
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Note |
Reading ease score: 75.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
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Summary |
"Le péché de Monsieur Antoine, Tome 1" by George Sand is a novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds against a backdrop of social critique, as the author explores themes of idealism, social justice, and the philosophical discourse surrounding the state of society. The narrative focuses on the titular character, Monsieur Antoine, and hints at a complex interplay between personal and social themes, possibly poised to challenge societal norms of the time. The opening of the novel introduces the setting of Eguzon, a small, desolate town in France, and a young traveler braving a stormy night on horseback. As he navigates treacherous terrain, he encounters a local man who offers unsolicited advice and a warning about the dangers ahead. Their conversation reveals the traveler’s intention to reach Gargilesse, while the local expresses disdain for Monsieur Cardonnet, a wealthy outsider reportedly exploiting the region. This initial meeting establishes a sense of unease and foreshadows conflicts related to wealth, class struggles, and societal change, setting the stage for ensuing interactions among the characters that will explore these themes further. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
French |
LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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Subject |
French fiction -- 19th century
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
12367 |
Release Date |
May 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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