| Author |
Halévy, Ludovic, 1834-1908 |
| Title |
L'Abbe Constantin — Volume 1
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
This etext was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"L'Abbe Constantin — Volume 1" by Ludovic Halévy is a fictional novel published in the late 19th century. The story centers around the figure of Abbe Constantin, a country priest who navigates the changes in his village life brought about by the sale of the estate of Longueval. Through his experiences, the novel explores themes of social change, faith, and the complexity of human relationships, particularly in the context of class and wealth dynamics in rural France. The narrative follows Abbe Constantin as he grapples with the implications of the estate's sale to a wealthy American woman, Mrs. Scott, and her sister Bettina. The priest reflects on his longstanding connections with the estate and its elderly chatelaine, who had been a stalwart ally in his charitable works. As he meets the new owners, he initially fears their Protestant faith will fundamentally alter the traditions and values he holds dear. However, he quickly discovers their generous spirit and their commitment to supporting the community's poor, leading to a profound transformation in his initial attitudes toward them. The book entwines humor, tenderness, and social commentary, making it a rich exploration of the intersections of faith, community, and the impact of wealth on interpersonal connections. (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 |
Love stories
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| Subject |
France -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Catholic Church -- Clergy -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Clergy -- France -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3954 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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