Pile et face by Lucien Biart
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| Author | Biart, Lucien, 1828-1897 |
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| Title | Pile et face |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Carlo Traverso, Eric Vautier and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) |
| Summary | "Pile et face" by Lucien Biart is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around René-Alexis Baudoin, comte de Valonne and marquis de La Taillade, an individual of noble lineage who struggles with the realities of his life after the upheaval of the French Revolution. The narrative unfolds as it explores themes of social status, personal failure, and family dynamics, particularly through the lens of Alexis's sister, Mademoiselle Louise de La Taillade, and her connection to her nephew Gaston. The opening of the novel introduces us to Alexis de La Taillade, outlining his youth, his tumultuous journey from nobility to a life marred by excess and complacency, and the complex familial relationships that define his existence. Following the death of his sister's husband, the narrative delves into Mademoiselle's life as she raises her nephew Gaston with care and love while navigating the challenges posed by her brother’s debauchery. As tensions rise due to Alexis’s demands for reconnecting with his son, the reader is presented with a vivid portrayal of struggles against the backdrop of shifting societal expectations, laying a compelling foundation for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18014 |
| Release Date | Mar 19, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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