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| Author | Assollant, Alfred, 1827-1886 |
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| Illustrator | Neuville, Alphonse Marie de, 1835-1885 |
| Title | Aventures merveilleuses mais authentiques du capitaine Corcoran, Deuxième partie |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Aventures merveilleuses mais authentiques du capitaine Corcoran, Deuxième Partie" by A. Assollant is a fictional narrative written in the late 19th century. The book follows Captain Corcoran, who has risen to the rank of Maharajah of the Mahrattas and is now enjoying the fruits of his victories and wisdom. The story is likely to delve into his adventures and misadventures as he navigates his new role, facing various challenges alongside his companion Louison, who is not just a beloved pet but also a tigress. The opening of the work introduces us to the Captain, now Maharajah, who has written a letter to the Academy of Sciences detailing his recent finds, specifically a legendary manuscript called Gouroukaramta. As he recounts his experiences in the wilderness, we learn about his close relationship with Louison, who has aided him in battle. The narrative humorously depicts Corcoran's encounters and the perceptions of both his enemies and allies, highlighting the cultural tensions between the British and locals during this time. These themes of ambition, loyalty, and the clash of cultures set the stage for a lively and chaotic tale, inviting readers to explore further into Corcoran’s adventures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17335 |
| Release Date | Dec 17, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 60 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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