| Author |
Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 |
| Translator |
Chaillot, Amédée |
| Uniform Title |
The cricket on the hearth. French
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| Title |
Le grillon du foyer
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Le grillon du foyer" by Charles Dickens is a fantastical story written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around the domestic life of Mistress Peerybingle and her husband John, who are animated by the voices of a kettle and a cricket, both of which symbolize warmth and welcome in their home. As evening falls, the story hints at the relationships and dynamics within their household while contrasting the cheerful sounds of the cricket with the deeper emotional currents of the characters. At the start of the story, Mistress Peerybingle is preparing the house for the evening, interacting with the kettle, which seems to have a personality of its own, and setting the stage for a cozy night. John Peerybingle arrives home through a storm, bringing with him a sense of rugged masculinity and sweetness as he is welcomed by Dot, who is enthusiastic and loving. The chapter also introduces the mysterious old man who is the Peerybingle’s guest, hinting at future developments in the story. As their warm domestic setting unfolds, the focus shifts between the playful banter of the household and the deeper complexities of each character, all while the cricket serenades them, foretelling its role as a harbinger of good fortune and familial blessings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Christmas stories, English
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| Subject |
Holidays -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16020 |
| Release Date |
Jun 7, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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