Sixtine: roman de la vie cérébrale by Remy de Gourmont

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Author Gourmont, Remy de, 1858-1915
Title Sixtine: roman de la vie cérébrale
Note Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Sixtine: roman de la vie cérébrale" by Rémy de Gourmont is a psychological novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative delves into complex emotional and intellectual relationships, primarily focusing on the interactions between the protagonists Sixtine Magne, a captivating yet troubled woman, and Hubert d'Entragues, a writer ripe with introspection and artistic yearning. The story explores themes of desire, identity, and the often-painful intersection of love and existential thought. The opening of the novel introduces us to a lush, atmospheric setting where Sixtine and Hubert, brought together by flirty social circumstances, engage in deep and philosophical dialogues. As they stroll through a garden, their conversation oscillates between playful flirtation and existential musings, with Hubert reflecting on his pursuit of understanding Sixtine's enigmatic nature. The narrative captures their burgeoning connection while hinting at underlying tensions and emotional complexities, setting the stage for a profound exploration of love, art, and the psyche throughout the text. We begin to sense Sixtine's haunted past and insecurities, which promise to complicate their evolving relationship. (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
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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