La comtesse de Rudolstadt by George Sand
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| Author | Sand, George, 1804-1876 |
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| Title | La comtesse de Rudolstadt |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "La comtesse de Rudolstadt" by George Sand is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. Set against the backdrop of 18th century Prussia during the reign of Frederick the Great, the story introduces the prominent characters from the world of music and opera, particularly focusing on the cantatrice Porporina and her connections to the complex court life. Themes of artistry, power dynamics, and the emotional turmoil of the characters start to unfold as we witness the interaction between individuals within a politically charged environment. The opening of the novel takes place in the grandeur of the Italian Opera House in Berlin where Frederick the Great presides over the performances. The atmosphere is lively yet heavily influenced by the rigid expectations of the royal court, which stifles genuine artistic expression. Among the performers, the Porporina struggles to match the expectations of her position and draws attention when she mysteriously faints during a performance. As concern for her well-being grows—including from the king himself—the text hints at a deeper connection between Frederick and the aspiring singer, while the reactions of the royal court and the surrounding characters reveal the intricacies of love, ambition, and the societal norms of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17225 |
| Release Date | Dec 5, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 83 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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